College Football Bowl Season Kicks Off in Dallas
Dallas, Texas – The 2024-25 college football bowl season is well underway. It kicked off on Thursday, January 2, with the start of several exciting matchups, including the *First Responder Bowl* and the *Duke’s Mayo Bowl*. This season marks the first time the College Football Playoff (CFP) will feature a 12-team format, adding even more intrigue to the playoff landscape.
In an early contest, the First Responder Bowl saw Texas State narrowly edge North Texas with a score of 30-28, showcasing the competitive spirit that keeps fans on the edge of their seats. The game took place at the Gerald J. Ford Stadium.
Fans can also look forward to other notable games such as the *Duke’s Mayo Bowl*, where Minnesota will face Virginia Tech at 7:30 p.m. at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. Additionally, the *Bahamas Bowl* featuring Liberty against Buffalo is scheduled for 11 a.m., providing a unique destination for college football fans in Nassau, Bahamas.
A highlight of the bowl season will be the College Football Playoff Semifinals, with No. 4 Penn State squaring off against No. 5 Notre Dame in the *Orange Bowl*, and No. 3 Texas going against No. 6 Ohio State in the *Cotton Bowl*, both happening at 7:30 p.m.
Throughout the bowl season, fans will be treated to a variety of games, beginning with the Celebration Bowl, where Jackson State emerged victorious over South Carolina State 28-7.
The excitement will continue until January 20, when the College Football Playoff National Championship Game is set to be held in Atlanta, Georgia, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. You can catch all the action on ESPN!
This bowl season promises to deliver thrilling matchups, high-stakes competition, and unforgettable moments for students, alumni, and fans across the nation.
