As college football fans gear up for an exhilarating bowl season, the 2024-25 bowl schedule promises to bring plenty of action with an exciting twist. This year, for the first time, the College Football Playoff (CFP) expands to a 12-team format, which will dramatically impact matchups and fan engagement. The playoff quarterfinals kick off on January 1, 2025, concluding with the National Championship Game on January 20.

Get ready to mark your calendars! The bowl festivities will commence with thrilling matchups starting with the Celebration Bowl and Salute to Veterans Bowl, showcasing some of the best talent in college football.

Complete Bowl Schedule: Key Dates & Matchups (All Times ET)

- Thursday, January 2

- Sugar Bowl (CFP Quarterfinal): No. 2 Georgia vs. No. 5 Notre Dame *4 p.m. | ESPN* Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana

- Gator Bowl: No. 14 Ole Miss vs. Duke *8 p.m. | ESPN* EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, Florida

- Friday, January 3

- First Responder Bowl: North Texas vs. Texas State *4 p.m. | ESPN* Gerald J. Ford Stadium, Dallas, Texas

- Duke's Mayo Bowl: Minnesota vs. Virginia Tech *7:30 p.m. | ESPN* Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North Carolina

- Saturday, January 4

- Bahamas Bowl: Liberty vs. Buffalo *11 a.m. | ESPN2* Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium, Nassau, Bahamas

- Thursday, January 9

- Orange Bowl (CFP Semifinal): No. 4 Penn State vs. Sugar Bowl Winner *7:30 p.m. | ESPN* Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida

- Friday, January 10

- Cotton Bowl (CFP Semifinal): No. 3 Texas vs. No. 6 Ohio State *7:30 p.m. | ESPN* AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas

- Monday, January 20

- CFP National Championship Game: *7:30 p.m. | ESPN* Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia

### Recent Bowl Results: Who's Dominating?

The excitement has already begun with several bowl games concluded:

- Celebration Bowl: Jackson State 28, South Carolina State 7 - Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia

- Salute to Veterans Bowl: South Alabama 30, Western Michigan 23 - Location: Cramton Bowl, Montgomery, Alabama

- Frisco Bowl: No. 25 Memphis 42, West Virginia 37 - Location: Toyota Stadium, Frisco, Texas

The bowl season is set to highlight not just individual talents but also team strategies. With powerful matchups on the horizon, college football fans are invited to witness the drama unfold. As teams vie for supremacy in this newly expanded playoff format, expect intense moments and unforgettable performances.

Historical Context: A Legacy of Competition

The College Football Playoff has continually reshaped how teams compete for the national championship since its inception in 2014. Each season brings a compelling narrative, unforgettable upsets, and thrilling finishes. The expansion to 12 teams will offer more schools the opportunity to claim glory, which means additional excitement and possibly more Cinderella stories.

Upcoming Championship Locations

Looking ahead, fans should also note the following future CFP National Championship locations:

- 2024 Season: January 20, 2025 – Atlanta, Georgia - 2025 Season: January 19, 2026 – Miami, Florida

Stay tuned as we bring you live updates on scores, schedules, and all things related to the 2024-25 college football bowl season. Don't miss a moment of the thrilling action as we crown the next champion!