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Exciting College Football Bowl Matchups Announced for 2025-2026

12/30/2025

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The ReliaQuest Bowl on December 31, 2025 will feature Iowa against Vanderbilt.
The Sun Bowl on December 31, 2025 will pit Arizona State against Duke.
On January 1, 2026, the College Football Playoff (CFP) quarterfinals feature Texas Tech against Oregon and Alabama against Indiana.
The Armed Forces Bowl on January 2, 2026 will pit Rice against Texas State.
The national championship game is set for January 19, 2026.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2014, the College Football Playoff (CFP) replaced the Bowl Championship Series to enhance competitive fairness in determining the NCAA Division I FBS national champion. The inaugural playoff culminated in the 2015 championship, where Ohio State defeated Oregon. This shift reflects a broader trend towards inclusivity in postseason formats, with the CFP expanding to twelve teams by 2026, impacting team strategies and fan engagement.

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Story summary

The ReliaQuest Bowl on December 31, 2025 will feature Iowa against Vanderbilt.
The Sun Bowl on December 31, 2025 will pit Arizona State against Duke.
On January 1, 2026, the College Football Playoff (CFP) quarterfinals feature Texas Tech against Oregon and Alabama against Indiana.
The Armed Forces Bowl on January 2, 2026 will pit Rice against Texas State.
The national championship game is set for January 19, 2026.

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