Atlanta is set to host an exciting series of college football games as the 2024-25 College Football Playoff (CFP) bracket has officially been announced. For the first time, the playoffs will feature a new 12-team format, expanding the competition and making the road to the national championship even more thrilling.
A total of four teams have advanced to the quarterfinals after impressive performances in the opening rounds. Ohio State took down Tennessee, while Texas emerged victorious against Clemson. In addition, Penn State handled SMU with ease, and Notre Dame secured a victory over Indiana.
The upcoming games are scheduled to kick off on December 20-21, 2024, with the quarterfinals taking place on December 31 and January 1. The semifinals will follow on January 9-10. Finally, the CFP National Championship Game will be held on January 20, 2025, marking the culmination of this expanded playoff system.
Fans can look forward to an action-packed postseason with the games promising to deliver intense competition and excitement. Below is the detailed schedule for the upcoming games:
- First Round: December 20-21, 2024
- Quarterfinals: December 31, 2024 – January 1, 2025
- Semifinals: January 9-10, 2025
- National Championship Game: January 20, 2025
This latest chapter in college football history comes on the heels of the previous season, where the Michigan Wolverines capped off a perfect 15-0 season by winning the national championship. They defeated Washington 34-13, with standout performances from quarterback J.J. McCarthy and running back Blake Corum, both of whom played pivotal roles in securing the win.
As the playoffs approach, the excitement will surely build among teams and fans, with everyone eager to see who will emerge as the next champion in this thrilling new format.
