Penn State is celebrating a big win after they defeated Boise State to advance to the College Football Playoff (CFP) semifinals. The game showcased Penn State’s impressive skills, and they are now set to compete for the national championship later this month. With this win, they added more excitement to an already thrilling playoff season.
This year, the NCAA announced a 12-team College Football Playoff field on December 8, revealing the quarterfinal matchups that fans can look forward to. The top seed, Oregon, along with Georgia, Boise State, and Arizona State, earned byes and will not play until the semifinals.
In this season’s playoff, it’s crucial to note that the ranking of teams doesn’t always align with their seedings. The playoff committee awards top seeds to the highest-ranked conference champions, regardless of their overall ranking in the top 25. For instance, Boise State, despite being ranked No. 9, is the third-highest conference champion and secured a bye into the quarterfinals. Arizona State follows closely, earning the No. 4 seed even while sitting at No. 12 in the national rankings.
These exciting quarterfinal games will take place at major bowl venues including the Fiesta Bowl, Rose Bowl, Peach Bowl, and Sugar Bowl on December 31 and January 1. Winners from these matchups will meet in the semifinals at either the Orange Bowl or Cotton Bowl on January 9 and 10.
As the playoffs continue, fans are gearing up for an exhilarating series of games, leading to the highly anticipated national championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on January 20. Teams and fans alike are eager to see how this unique playoff format unfolds and which team will take home the prestigious title.
In addition to football, basketball fans saw a thrilling upset as West Virginia defeated No. 7 Kansas in the men’s basketball tournament, providing another highlight in NCAA sports. With an array of exciting outcomes, this season is proving to be one to remember.
