2025-26 College Football Playoff Schedule: Dates, TV Channels, and Venues
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The 2025-26 College Football Playoff (CFP) is set to take place with an exciting schedule featuring a 12-team format. The matchups and brackets were revealed on December 7, 2025. This year’s playoffs will unfold from December 19, 2025, to January 19, 2026.
Key Dates for the 2025-26 College Football Playoff
- First Round: December 19-20, 2025
- Quarterfinals: December 31, 2025 – January 1, 2026
- Semifinals: January 8-9, 2026
- National Championship Game: January 19, 2026
Game Locations and Broadcast Information
The CFP National Championship Game will be hosted at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. The kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM and can be viewed on ESPN and WatchESPN.
Complete 2025-26 College Football Playoff Schedule
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Dec. 19 | First Round |
| Dec. 20 | First Round |
| Dec. 31 | Quarterfinals |
| Jan. 1 | Quarterfinals |
| Jan. 8 | Semifinals |
| Jan. 9 | Semifinals |
| Jan. 19 | National Championship Game |
Future College Football Playoff Championship Locations
- 2026: Miami, Florida – Hard Rock Stadium (January 19)
- 2027: Las Vegas, Nevada – Allegiant Stadium (January 25)
The 2025-26 College Football Playoff is anticipated to bring thrilling matchups and significant moments in college football history. Fans can look forward to an intense postseason culminating in the national championship in Miami Gardens.
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