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Arlington, Texas – dec. 31,2025 – The College Football Playoff quarterfinals are set to deliver a New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day feast of football,wiht underdogs Miami,Oregon,Ole Miss,and Alabama having already defied expectations in the first round. the action kicks off Wednesday with a compelling matchup, followed by a tripleheader on Thursday featuring some of the sport’s most storied programs.
All four quarterfinal games will be broadcast nationally on ESPN,with streaming options available through ESPN+ and the ESPN app.
- The Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic pits No. 10 Miami against No. 2 Ohio state on December 31st.
- Thursday, January 1st, features a tripleheader: Oregon vs. Texas Tech, Alabama vs. Indiana, and Ole Miss vs. Georgia.
- Betting odds as of December 30th favor Ohio State, Indiana, Oregon, and Georgia in their respective matchups.
- Free printable brackets are available for fans to track their picks throughout the playoffs.
The playoff picture has already seen its share of upsets, and the quarterfinals promise more drama as teams battle for a spot in the national championship game. Who will rise to the occasion and who will see their championship dreams dashed? Here’s a complete guide to the upcoming games, including schedules, odds, storylines, and predictions.
2025-26 College Football playoff Quarterfinals Schedule
Here’s the 2025-26 college football playoff quarterfinals schedule:
| Bowl Game | Date & Time (ET) | Matchup | Location | TV/Streaming | Spread (Favorite) | Over/Under |
| Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic | Wednesday,dec. 31 – 7:30 p.m. | No.10 Miami hurricanes vs. No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes | AT&T Stadium (Arlington, TX) | ESPN | Ohio State -9.5 |
