The College Football Playoff (CFP) quarterfinals are almost here, and anticipation is building. Fans are buzzing about the matchups that’ll decide who moves on to the semifinals.
Games are set for December 31 and January 1, so mark your calendar. This year’s CFP should bring plenty of drama and a few surprises, if history’s any guide.
Here’s the rundown on the quarterfinals—game times, TV info, and streaming choices. There’s a lot to keep track of, but we’ve got you covered.
College Football Playoff Quarterfinals Schedule
Four games, eight teams, and a whole lot on the line. The schedule shakes out like this:
- Cotton Bowl: No. 2 Ohio State vs No. 10 Miami – Wednesday, Dec. 31, 5:30 p.m. MST on ESPN
- Orange Bowl: No. 4 Texas Tech vs No. 5 Oregon – Thursday, Jan. 1, 10 a.m. MST on ESPN
- Rose Bowl: No. 1 Indiana vs No. 9 Alabama – Thursday, Jan. 1, 2 p.m. MST on ESPN
- Sugar Bowl: No. 3 Georgia vs No. 6 Ole Miss – Thursday, Jan. 1, 6 p.m. MST on ESPN
How to Watch the CFP Games
All four games will be on ESPN, so you can catch every snap there. If you’d rather stream, FUBO TV offers a free trial, and you can also use services like Sling TV that include ESPN.
Breaking Down the Matchups
Ohio State vs Miami
The Cotton Bowl puts No. 2 Ohio State up against No. 10 Miami on December 31 at 5:30 p.m. MST. Ohio State’s been rolling this season, but Miami’s hoping to shake things up and pull off an upset.
It’s tough to say who’ll come out on top—both squads have a lot to prove.
Texas Tech vs Oregon
For the Orange Bowl, No. 4 Texas Tech faces No. 5 Oregon on January 1 at 10 a.m. MST. Both teams have stacked up solid wins, and this one feels like it could go either way.
Expect a close game, with both sides hungry for that semifinal spot.
Indiana vs Alabama
The Rose Bowl features No. 1 Indiana against No. 9 Alabama, kicking off January 1 at 2 p.m. MST. Indiana’s held the top spot all season, but Alabama’s got plenty of big-game experience.
It’s hard not to wonder if Alabama can knock off the favorites—should be a good one.
Georgia vs Ole Miss
No. 3 Georgia meets No. 6 Ole Miss in the Sugar Bowl on January 1 at 6 p.m. MST. Georgia’s looked tough, but Ole Miss has shown they’re no pushover.
This one could get scrappy, with both teams fighting for a semifinal berth.
Expert Predictions and Betting Odds
Analysts have been weighing in, and the Republic’s CFP predictions give the edge to Ohio State, Texas Tech, Indiana, and Georgia. But as anyone who follows college football knows, nothing’s guaranteed—upsets happen all the time.
If you’re thinking about betting, definitely check the odds and don’t go overboard. It’s always smart to play it safe and only wager what you can afford to lose.
Streaming and Viewing Options
Besides tuning in on ESPN, you’ve got a few ways to stream the quarterfinals. FUBO TV has a free trial, which is handy if you want to watch live without a cable package.
Other streaming services like Sling TV also carry ESPN, so you won’t be stuck without options. Whether you’re at home or out and about, there’s really no excuse to miss the action this year.
Conclusion
The College Football Playoff quarterfinals are almost here, and honestly, the excitement’s hard to ignore. Four matchups are lined up: Ohio State faces Miami, Texas Tech meets Oregon, Indiana goes up against Alabama, and Georgia takes on Ole Miss.
All the action’s coming to ESPN, plus there are a bunch of streaming options if that’s more your thing. Missing these games? I mean, that’s tough to justify.
If you’re still hungry for details—maybe looking for kickoff times or streaming links—check out the full article here. Hope you catch a few surprises and, who knows, maybe your team pulls off something wild.
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