Tonight’s College Football Games and Miami’s CFP Status Explained
As the college football season nears its climax, fans are on the edge of their seats. The final conference championship games will decide who makes it to the College Football Playoff (CFP).
December 6, 2025, was a wild day, full of big matchups and playoff drama. From Texas Tech’s statement win to the SEC and Big Ten showdowns, everything’s up in the air.
Let’s take a look at what actually went down and how it all shakes up the CFP picture.
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Big 12 Championship: Texas Tech Dominates BYU
The Big 12 title game put No. 4 Texas Tech against No. 11 BYU. The Red Raiders crushed it, rolling to a 34-7 victory over the Cougars.
This win all but locked in Texas Tech’s spot in the CFP. It also cracked the door open for some other hopefuls.
Key Performances
Texas Tech’s defense stole the show, forcing four turnovers. Ben Roberts snagged two interceptions.
On offense, Coy Eakin hauled in two touchdown passes. The Red Raiders looked balanced and dangerous—nobody’s going to want to face them in the playoff.
SEC Championship: Georgia vs. Alabama
The SEC championship was a heavyweight bout: No. 3 Georgia facing No. 9 Alabama at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Stakes were sky-high, especially for Miami fans quietly rooting for a Georgia win to keep their own playoff hopes alive.
What’s at Stake
Alabama needed a win to punch their ticket to the CFP. Georgia, if they could pull it off, might clear a path for Miami to sneak in.
The game kicked off at 4 p.m. ET on ABC, and you could stream it on Fubo. It felt like everyone was watching.
ACC Championship: Virginia vs. Duke
The ACC title game matched up No. 17 Virginia and Duke. Virginia came in at 10-2, looking to clinch a playoff spot with a win.
Duke, sitting at 7-5, was coached by former Miami Hurricanes coach Manny Diaz. That added a little extra spice to things.
Implications for Miami
If Virginia took care of business, they’d be in the CFP. But if Duke pulled off the upset, Sun Belt champ James Madison might just crash the party.
This one started at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Fubo. It felt like the whole ACC was holding its breath.
Big Ten Championship: Ohio State vs. Indiana
The Big Ten title game was probably the most hyped of the bunch. No. 1 Ohio State vs. No. 2 Indiana, both undefeated, in Indianapolis at Lucas Oil Stadium.
It was the kind of matchup people dream about.
High Stakes Showdown
Ohio State’s been a juggernaut all season, especially on defense. Indiana came in with Heisman hopeful Fernando Mendoza and the country’s No. 2 scoring offense and defense.
Kickoff was at 8 p.m. ET on Fox, and—yep—Fubo had the stream. Hard to pick a favorite in a game like that.
Lower Division Action: HBCU, FCS, and More
While the FBS games grabbed headlines, there was plenty going on elsewhere. Jackson State was chasing a second straight HBCU national title, facing Prairie View A&M in the SWAC championship.
On top of that, there were eight FCS playoff games and the Division II and III quarterfinals and third rounds happening, too. It was a packed Saturday.
FCS Schedule Highlights
- Villanova vs. Lehigh | Noon | ESPN+
- South Dakota vs. Mercer | Noon | ESPN+
- Illinois State vs. North Dakota State | 1 p.m. | ESPN+
- North Dakota vs. Tarleton State | 1 p.m. | ESPN+
- Prairie View A&M vs. Jackson State | 2 p.m. | ESPN2
- Abilene Christian vs. Stephen F. Austin | 2 p.m. | ESPN+
- Yale vs. Montana State | 2 p.m. | ESPN+
- South Dakota State vs. Montana | 2 p.m. | ESPN+
- Rhode Island vs. UC Davis | 10 p.m. | ESPN+
Miami’s Playoff Hopes
Miami fans were glued to the action, hoping for the stars to align. The Hurricanes finished 10-2, but losses to Louisville and SMU left them in a tough spot.
Path to the Playoff
Here’s what Miami needed:
- Georgia had to take down Alabama.
- Texas Tech needed to stomp BYU (which, hey, they did—34-7).
- Virginia had to win the ACC.
With Texas Tech’s win, Miami’s got a sliver of hope. But they still need some help from Georgia and Virginia.
The full 12-team CFP bracket drops Sunday, December 7, starting at noon on ESPN. Fubo will have the stream, too, for those who can’t stand cable.
Upcoming CFP Schedule
The CFP starts with the first round on December 19 and 20. Quarterfinals are set for December 31 and January 1.
Semifinals go down January 8 and 9, and the national championship wraps it all up on January 19. It’s going to be a wild ride.
Key Dates
- First Round: Dec. 19 and 20
- Quarterfinals: Dec. 31 and Jan. 1
- Semifinals: Jan. 8 and 9
- National Championship: Jan. 19
We’re all waiting on the final CFP rankings and bowl game matchups, but honestly, it’s shaping up to be a wild finish for the 2025 college football season.
If you want the nitty-gritty details about game days or just want to see what’s coming up, take a peek at the full article over at the Palm Beach Post.
