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Big Games Ahead: College Football's Conference Showdowns

USASaturday, December 6, 2025
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College football fans are in for a treat with nine big conference championship games coming up. These thrilling matchups are scheduled for December 5th and 6th.

December 6th: A Day of High-Stakes Football

  • BYU vs. Texas Tech - Big 12 Championship
  • Western Michigan vs. Miami (Ohio) - MAC Championship
  • Georgia vs. Alabama - SEC Championship
  • Virginia vs. Duke - ACC Championship
  • Ohio State vs. Indiana - Big Ten Championship

December 5th: Thrilling Championship Games

  • Kennesaw State vs. Jacksonville State - Conference USA Championship
  • James Madison vs. Troy - Sun Belt Championship
  • Tulane vs. North Texas - American Athletic Championship
  • Boise State vs. UNLV - Mountain West Championship

The Road to Championship Glory

Teams have earned their spots through a combination of wins and tiebreakers. For instance:

  • Tulane and North Texas clinched their spots after winning in Week 14.
  • In the Big Ten, Ohio State and Indiana secured their spots with victories.
  • The Mountain West Championship came down to a four-way tie, broken using a composite average of nationally ranked metrics.

The Stakes: College Football Playoff Berths

Winning a conference championship is a significant achievement, but it doesn't guarantee a spot in the College Football Playoff. The top five conference champions, as ranked by the CFP selection committee, will automatically qualify for the 12-team playoff field.

What's Next?

These championship games are crucial for teams aiming to make it to the playoffs. Fans can expect intense competition and exciting football as these teams battle it out for conference titles and a chance to compete in the College Football Playoff.

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