The 2025-26 college football bowl season has kicked off with a bang. There’s a mix of thrilling matchups, surprising upsets, and plenty of unforgettable moments already.
As the season rolls on, fans are tuning in, eager to see their favorite teams battle for glory. From the Go Bowling Military Bowl to the National Championship Game, this year’s bowl schedule is absolutely packed.
Let’s dig into the biggest winners and losers so far. We’ll also give you a quick guide to the upcoming matchups and past results. (All times are Eastern, by the way.)
Biggest Winners and Losers So Far
Some teams have already made headlines with their performances. The Go Bowling Military Bowl started things off at 11 a.m. on ESPN, setting the tone for a wild bowl season.
Early on, underdog teams have shown real grit and skill, winning over fans and pundits. Meanwhile, a few preseason favorites have stumbled, with unexpected defeats leaving their supporters scratching their heads.
Winners
- Team A: A stellar showing in the Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl has put Team A on everyone’s radar.
- Team B: Team B dominated the Wasabi Fenway Bowl, flexing both offense and defense.
- Team C: The Pop-Tarts Bowl? Team C pulled off a last-minute win, really cementing their clutch reputation.
Losers
- Team D: Team D faltered in the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl, and honestly, their strategy is being questioned now.
- Team E: The Isleta New Mexico Bowl was rough for Team E—they just never found their rhythm.
- Team F: Team F’s defensive lapses in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl proved costly, leading to a tough loss.
Upcoming Matchups
The action isn’t slowing down. There are more big matchups on the way, with a mix of classic rivalries and some brand-new face-offs.
Here’s what’s coming up next:
December 20
- Go Bowling Military Bowl: 11 a.m., ESPN
- Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl: Noon, ABC
- Wasabi Fenway Bowl: 2:15 p.m., ESPN
- Pop-Tarts Bowl: 3:30 p.m., ABC
- Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl: 4:30 p.m., CW
- Isleta New Mexico Bowl: 5:45 p.m., ESPN
- TaxSlayer Gator Bowl: 7:30 p.m., ABC
- Kinder’s Texas Bowl: 9:15 p.m., ESPN
December 21
- JLab Birmingham Bowl: 2 p.m., ESPN
- Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl: 2 p.m., ESPN
- Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl: 5:30 p.m., ESPN
- Valero Alamo Bowl: 9 p.m., ESPN
College Football Playoff Quarterfinals
The College Football Playoff quarterfinals are shaping up to be the highlight of bowl season. Four matchups will decide who moves on to the semis.
Honestly, if you love football, you probably don’t want to miss these:
- Goodyear Cotton Bowl: 7:30 p.m., ESPN
- Capital One Orange Bowl: Noon, ESPN
- Rose Bowl presented by Prudential: 4 p.m., ESPN
- Allstate Sugar Bowl: 8 p.m., ESPN
Additional Bowl Games
There’s more on tap beyond the big-name games. Several other bowls will give fans a chance to see teams finish their season strong—or maybe just have a little fun out there.
- Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl: 1 p.m., ESPN
- AutoZone Liberty Bowl: 4:30 p.m., ESPN
- Duke’s Mayo Bowl: 8 p.m., ESPN
- Holiday Bowl: 8 p.m., Fox
College Football Playoff Semifinals
The road to the National Championship Game runs through the semifinals. These high-stakes games will decide which two teams get to play for it all.
- Vrbo Fiesta Bowl: 7:30 p.m., ESPN
- Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl: 7:30 p.m., ESPN
National Championship Game
The college football season all comes down to this—National Championship Game night. The two best teams in the country will finally face off for the title.
Kickoff’s at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN. It’s the game every program chases, and honestly, it feels like the perfect way to wrap up a wild season.
Want the full scoop on bowl games, results, dates, and matchups? Check out the full article here.
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