The 2025-26 College Football Playoffs have gone underway after the regular season has come to an end.

Here are the thrilling matchups beginning in the First round:

#9 Alabama Crimson Tide at #8 Oklahoma Sooners

This a heated rematch from week 10 in Tuscaloosa. The Crimson Tide are looking to bounce back from their loss in the SEC championship. The Sooners are striving to win their first ever playoff game in the CFP era. Tune in on December 19 at 7pm CT.

 #10 Miami Hurricanes at #7 Texas A&M Aggies

The Aggies aim to recover from their loss to the Texas Longhorns. The last meeting between both teams ended with a Hurricane victory. Tune in December 20 at 11am CT.

#11 Tulane Green Wave at #6 Ole Miss Rebels

The Green Wave look to shut down the Rebels in Oxford. The Rebels look to up the score with their power house offense. Tune in December 20 at 2:30 CT.

#12 James Madison Dukes at #5 Oregon Ducks

The Dukes head to Eugene to run over the Ducks. This match will be one to watch as the Dukes make their first ever playoff run, while the Ducks put last year’s run behind them. Tune in December 20 at 6:30pm CT.

The top 4 teams sit out this week with a bye.

#1 Indiana Rutgers

#2 Ohio State Buckeyes

#3 Georgia Bulldogs

#4 Texas Tech Raiders