College Football Playoff 2025 Schedule: Kickoff Times and TV Info
The College Football Playoff (CFP) is almost here, and honestly, the excitement’s kind of contagious. The full schedule is out now—kickoff times, TV info, the whole deal for all 11 games.
Fans are counting down the days until the first selection committee rankings of the 2025 season. The CFP’s mapped out a postseason that starts December 19 and wraps up with the National Championship on January 19.
Here’s a quick rundown to help you keep track, from first-round drama to that last showdown.
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First-Round Games: December 19
It all starts December 19. The first of four first-round games gets played on campus, which always adds a little extra energy to things.
This opening round gives fans a taste of what’s at stake, and the tension’s real. The first two games air on ABC and ESPN, so you shouldn’t have trouble finding them.
Broadcast Details
This year, for the first time, the CFP struck a sublicensing deal with ESPN. That means the other two first-round games will show up on TNT and truTV, plus streaming on HBO Max.
Feels like a smart move, honestly—more ways to watch, more fans tuning in.
- Game 1: ABC and ESPN
- Game 2: ABC and ESPN
- Game 3: TNT and truTV
- Game 4: TNT and truTV
Quarterfinals: New Year’s Six Bowls
After those first games, the quarterfinals land at the New Year’s Six bowls. These venues are legendary, and the matchups usually live up to the hype.
All quarterfinal games will be on ESPN. So, if you’re planning to watch, that’s your go-to.
Key Dates and Locations
Quarterfinals hit right after the first round, pushing the New Year’s Six bowls to the center of the college football world. The tradition behind these games adds something special, even if you’re just watching from your couch.
- Orange Bowl: December 30, ESPN
- Rose Bowl: January 1, ESPN
- Sugar Bowl: January 1, ESPN
- Fiesta Bowl: January 2, ESPN
Semifinals: The Road to the Championship
The semifinals are where things get really intense. Only the strongest teams make it this far, and every play matters.
ESPN’s got the rights to both games, so, again, easy enough to find if you’re following along.
Semifinal Matchups
The semifinals will be at two of the New Year’s Six bowl sites. They rotate each year, which keeps things interesting for teams and fans alike.
This season’s semifinal games should be wild—there’s always a surprise or two.
- Peach Bowl: January 10, ESPN
- Cotton Bowl: January 11, ESPN
CFP National Championship: January 19
It all leads up to the CFP National Championship on January 19. This is the big one, the game everyone’s chasing from the very start.
Tune in to ESPN for the final showdown and, who knows, maybe a few jaw-dropping moments.
Championship Venue
The championship site changes every year, which adds a bit of unpredictability to the mix. This time, the location’s still under wraps, but you can bet it’ll be a top-tier stadium.
- Venue: To be announced, ESPN
How to Watch
Between ESPN and its sublicensing partners, there are plenty of ways to catch the CFP. Whether you stick with cable or prefer streaming, you’re covered.
Pick your favorite screen, grab some snacks—this postseason’s shaping up to be a good one.
Streaming Options
If you’re hoping to stream the games, Sling TV gives you an easy way to catch ESPN’s coverage. There’s also a sublicensing deal, so some games will pop up on HBO Max—nice for folks who want options.
- Sling TV: Stream ESPN coverage
- HBO Max: Stream TNT and truTV games
The build-up to the first selection committee rankings is always interesting. If you want to stay in the loop, check out the full schedule and details on the official announcement.
