College football's Selection Sunday is a whirlwind event that unfolds throughout the day. FBS teams are gradually filled into slots for the 2024 - 25 Bowl Season and College Football Playoff. The action kicked off at noon ET with the announcement of the 12 College Football Playoff teams. This process continues with the release of the final CFP Rankings and the rest of the New Year's Six games. It culminates late in the afternoon once all the bowl games are announced.

Why CBS Sports Is Here to Help

Throughout the day, there will be numerous leaks and rumors. That's precisely why our team at CBS Sports is dedicated to helping you navigate through all the chaos. Stay tuned here as this page will be constantly updated with every new bowl game announcement as the process progresses.

Preparing for the Big Announcements

As we gear up for the top 12 teams and the rest of the bowl games to be announced, it's essential to have a clear understanding. Below, you will find a comprehensive set of bowl projections. We also believe we can accurately predict how the final College Football Playoff Rankings will play out. Additionally, our experts would pick the 12 - team field if they had votes on the CFP committee.

College football's Selection Sunday is a complex and highly anticipated event. It determines which teams will participate in the prestigious bowl games and the College Football Playoff. The process begins with the announcement of the 12 playoff teams at noon ET. This sets the stage for the rest of the day's activities.

Once the playoff teams are announced, the focus shifts to the final CFP Rankings. These rankings play a crucial role in determining the matchups for the quarterfinals, semifinals, and championship game. The New Year's Six games also add to the excitement as they compete for a spot in the playoff.

The Bowl Game Schedule

All times are Eastern. The championship game will take place on Jan. 20 in Atlanta. The Cotton Bowl semifinal is on Jan. 10, followed by the Orange Bowl semifinal on Jan. 9. The quarterfinals include the Rose Bowl on Jan. 1 at 5 p.m., where (1) Oregon will face the 8/9 winner. The Sugar Bowl on Jan. 1 at 8:45 p.m. will see (2) Georgia against the 7/10 winner. The Peach Bowl on Jan. 1 at 1 p.m. will feature (4) Arizona State against the 5/12 winner, and the Fiesta Bowl on Dec. 31 at 7:30 p.m. will have (3) Boise State facing the 6/11 winner.

The first round of bowl games kicks off with (12) Clemson at (5) Texas on Dec. 21 at 4 p.m. The winner will then face (4) Arizona State. (9) Tennessee at (8) Ohio State follows on Dec. 21 at 8 p.m., with the winner facing (1) Oregon. (11) SMU at (6) Penn State takes place on Dec. 21 at 12 p.m., and the winner will face (3) Boise State. Finally, (10) Indiana at (7) Notre Dame on Dec. 20 at 8 p.m. will determine the opponent for (2) Georgia.

The 2024 Bowl Games are filled with excitement and anticipation. Each game represents a chance for teams to showcase their skills and compete for a championship. From the quarterfinals to the championship game, every matchup is crucial in determining the ultimate winner of the 2024 - 25 Bowl Season.