Dallas, Texas – The College Football Playoff (CFP) bracket for the 2024 season has officially been announced, and it brings some exciting matchups. The 12-team format was unveiled on Sunday, December 8, with Oregon earning the top seed in the playoff. Following Oregon are Georgia, Boise State, and Arizona State, all of whom will enjoy first-round byes. This year, the playoff system is highlighting the success of conference champions, and it’s evident in the seeding process.
The structure of the bracket allows for the four highest-ranked conference champions to secure the top four seeds, regardless of their ranking in the final top 25. This unique approach means teams like Boise State, which won the Mountain West Conference championship, earned a bye despite being ranked No. 9. Arizona State also secured a bye as the fourth-highest ranked conference champion, placing them in a favorable position for the playoffs.
The first-round games will feature the eight remaining teams, who will compete on-campus on either December 20 or December 21. The matchups are generating a lot of buzz, as fans eagerly await the action.
Once the playoff field is set, the four quarterfinal games will take place at prestigious bowl sites like the Fiesta Bowl, Rose Bowl, Peach Bowl, and Sugar Bowl between December 31 and January 1. The winners from these games will move on to the semifinals, which are scheduled at either the Orange Bowl or Cotton Bowl on January 9 and January 10. If the seeds hold true, fans could see a thrilling matchup with the number one seed taking on the number four seed in the semifinals.
Finally, all eyes will be on January 20 when the two semifinal winners clash for the national championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The excitement for this season’s playoff is palpable as teams and fans prepare for the road to the title.
