Happy new year! It’s 2025 and the College Football Playoff day begins.
Three games remain on Wednesday after Penn State defeated Boise State 31-14 in the Fiesta Bowl on New Year’s Eve to advance to the quarterfinals.
The expanded playoffs were unsuccessful in the first round, but several heavyweight matchups are currently scheduled as the remaining teams compete for a spot in the semifinals.
Follow all the action below (scroll for live updates).
Date: January 1 | Time: 1:00 PM ET TV: ESPN | Line: Texas -12.5 | Total: 51.5
This is a fascinating matchup between two of the most creative offensive minds in college football. Kenny Dillingham is planning an offense that has scored 53 TDs this season, and Texas coach Steve Sarkisian is sure to bring some new faces to Arizona State’s defense. This may be a game where the sustainability of ASU’s defense will be tested more than ASU’s offense.
Date: January 1 | Time: 5:00 PM ET | TV: ESPN | Line: Ohio State -2.5 | Total: 55.5
How lax is Ohio State?The Buckeyes looked like a completely different team against Volante than they did against Michigan. The offensive stats for the Oct. 12 matchup between Ohio State and Oregon were nearly identical. The big divide between the teams came from penalties and turnovers. Which team will win in the rematch?
Date: January 1 | Time: 8:45 PM ET TV: ESPN | Line: Georgia -1.5 | Total: 44.5
No one questions how well Georgia coach Kirby Smart can inspire his team, especially in a situation like this where the starting quarterback is injured and left for the NFL. But how well can Georgia move the ball with Gunner Stockton in the game? We wouldn’t be surprised to see Georgia stick with the run game.
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