College Football Playoff Bracket Release Time and How to Watch
The anticipation is building as the College Football Playoff committee gets ready to drop its final rankings. On Sunday, Dec. 7, at 11 a.m. CT, the nation’s top teams will find out where they stand for the postseason.
For the Oklahoma Sooners, led by Brent Venables, a tournament spot looks nearly locked up—even if their offense sputtered a bit down the stretch. They finished 10-2 and currently sit at No. 8 in the latest bracket.
Now, it’s all about where they’ll land and who they’ll face. If you’re wondering how to catch the big reveal, or just want a quick rundown of possible matchups and important dates, you’re in the right place.
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How to Watch the College Football Playoff Selection Show
The final CFP rankings will drop Sunday, Dec. 7, at 11 a.m. CT. You can tune in to ESPN for the College Football Playoff selection show.
If you’d rather stream, Fubo’s got you covered. This is the moment when teams and fans finally get some answers.
Where to Watch
Television: ESPN
Streaming: Fubo
Oklahoma Sooners’ Path to the Playoffs
The Sooners (10-2) didn’t exactly finish the season with fireworks on offense, but their spot in the tournament looks all but certain. Brent Venables has kept them steady, and being No. 8 in the latest bracket isn’t too shabby.
They’re just waiting now—like everyone else—to see their seeding and who’s coming to town.
Current Ranking
As of Tuesday’s bracket, Oklahoma sits at No. 8. That’s a solid place to be, but the final rankings will decide their seed and first-round matchup.
Potential Matchups for the Sooners
If the playoff started based on the second-to-last rankings, Oklahoma would be staring down Alabama in a rematch. But with Alabama losing to Georgia in the SEC title game, odds are higher the Sooners will draw Notre Dame in Norman.
That potential game? Could be a wild one—both teams desperate to move on.
First-Round Scenarios
- Oklahoma vs. Alabama (if rankings had stayed the same)
- Oklahoma vs. Notre Dame (most likely now)
Key Dates to Remember
There are a few dates you’ll want to circle if you’re following the College Football Playoff. The first round, quarterfinals, semifinals, and, of course, the national championship are all set.
Important Dates
- First round: Dec. 19 and 20
- Quarterfinals: Dec. 31 and Jan. 1
- Semifinals: Jan. 8 and 9
- National championship: Jan. 19
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The College Football Playoff selection show is almost here. Fans and teams are buzzing with anticipation.
The Oklahoma Sooners have had a strong season. Their ranking puts them in a good spot for the tournament.
If you want to keep up, tuning into the selection show is probably your best bet. Don’t want to miss anything important, right?
For more info and updates, check out The Oklahoman’s full article.
