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2025-26 College Football Bowl Schedule Announced!

12/19/2025

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Summary

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The 2025-26 college football bowl season ends with January 19, 2026 title game.
The College Football Playoff first round is on December 20, 2025, with Miami at Texas A&M and Tulane at Ole Miss.
The Military Bowl on December 27, 2025 features Pitt vs East Carolina.
The Citrus Bowl on December 31, 2025 features Michigan vs Texas.
The Armed Forces Bowl on January 2, 2026 features Rice against Texas State.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2014, the College Football Playoff (CFP) replaced the Bowl Championship Series to create a four-team knockout tournament, enhancing competitive fairness in NCAA Division I football. The inaugural championship was won by Ohio State in January 2015. In 2024, the CFP will expand to 12 teams, significantly impacting fan engagement and revenue for universities and local economies.

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Story summary

The 2025-26 college football bowl season ends with January 19, 2026 title game.
The College Football Playoff first round is on December 20, 2025, with Miami at Texas A&M and Tulane at Ole Miss.
The Military Bowl on December 27, 2025 features Pitt vs East Carolina.
The Citrus Bowl on December 31, 2025 features Michigan vs Texas.
The Armed Forces Bowl on January 2, 2026 features Rice against Texas State.

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