Who plays peach bowl?

The most recent Peach Bowl, played on January 9, 2026, featured a College Football Playoff (CFP) Semifinal between the #1 Indiana Hoosiers and the #5 Oregon Ducks, with Indiana winning decisively. The Peach Bowl is a major New Year's Six bowl game, typically hosting a CFP Semifinal in the expanded playoff era, pitting two top-ranked teams against each other for a spot in the national championship.

How do they decide who plays in the Peach Bowl?

The Peach Bowl's selection process is part of the 12-team College Football Playoff (CFP) now, where it hosts a semifinal game on a rotating basis with other major bowls; the CFP Selection Committee ranks teams, giving automatic bids to the top five conference champs and at-large bids to the next seven highest-ranked teams, with the #1 seed getting first choice of semifinal bowl assignment, often placing them in the Peach Bowl when it hosts, alongside its semifinal opponent determined by seeding.
 

Who is playing in the 2025 Peach Bowl?

The 2025 Peach Bowl, played on January 1, 2025, featured the Texas Longhorns against the Arizona State Sun Devils, with Texas winning 39-31 in double overtime as part of the College Football Playoff (CFP) Quarterfinals.
 

Who is favored to win, Indiana or Oregon?

For the recent Peach Bowl (Jan 9, 2026), Indiana was favored by about 3.5 points (-175), with the over/under around 48.5-49.5 points, as the undefeated Hoosiers faced Oregon in a playoff semifinal. Betting odds leaned towards Indiana covering the spread and the total going under, though some analysts liked Oregon to cover. 

Which conferences play in the Peach Bowl?

From its beginning, the Peach Bowl often featured teams from the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and the Southeastern Conference (SEC).

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Why is Iowa State opting out of the bowl game?

Iowa State declined their bowl game invitation primarily due to a combination of a major coaching change (Matt Campbell leaving for Penn State) and numerous player injuries, leading to a player vote against playing in the postseason to avoid further risks, a decision supported by the athletic department but resulting in a $500,000 Big 12 fine for breaking conference contracts. 

What does FCS and FBS stand for?

FBS stands for Football Bowl Subdivision, the highest level of NCAA Division I college football with larger budgets and bowl games, while FCS stands for Football Championship Subdivision, the second tier of Division I football, known for its playoff tournament and often smaller programs. Both are parts of NCAA Division I but have distinct structures, with FBS focusing on bowl games and FCS on a championship bracket, and differing in resources and scholarships, as noted in this article from 2aDays News. 

Has Oregon ever won a football national championship?

No, the University of Oregon has never won an undisputed NCAA football national championship, though they've come close with two appearances in the title game (2010 BCS, 2014 CFP) and have had seasons where some selectors named them champions. Their closest attempts were losing to Auburn in the BCS Championship in 2010 and Ohio State in the first-ever College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship in 2014. 

Who's the favorite to win the national championship?

For the upcoming 2025-2026 College Football Playoff National Championship (on January 19, 2026), the Indiana Hoosiers are heavily favored over the Miami Hurricanes, with odds around -340 to -450, as the undefeated Hoosiers aim for their first title against a strong Miami team. Before the championship, Ohio State, Texas, and Georgia were top contenders for future seasons, but Indiana's dominant run has made them the clear favorite for the immediate title game. 

What does +200 mean for odds?

+200 odds in betting (American odds) mean you win $200 profit for every $100 wagered, indicating an underdog, with your total return being $300 ($200 profit + $100 stake back) if you win. The plus sign signifies the underdog status, and the number shows how much profit you make on a $100 bet; higher numbers mean bigger underdogs and greater potential rewards for a riskier bet. 

Does Matthew McConaughey own any part of the Texas Longhorns?

No, Matthew McConaughey does not own part of the Texas Longhorns athletic program, but he is deeply involved as a prominent alumnus, investor in related facilities (like the basketball arena), and holds the unofficial title of "Minister of Culture" for his enthusiastic support, attending games and inspiring players, though he's not a formal owner. He is a minority owner of the Austin FC Major League Soccer team, a different local sports venture.
 

Why was FSU left out of the playoffs?

Florida State (FSU) was left out of the 2023 College Football Playoffs (CFP) despite being undefeated and winning the ACC Championship because the selection committee cited the season-ending injury to star quarterback Jordan Travis and believed FSU was a "different team" without him, with concerns also over their strength of schedule compared to one-loss teams like Alabama and Texas, leading them to choose the "best" four teams based on current strength, not just records. 

What college football team has the toughest schedule in 2025?

While different models vary, Oklahoma, Florida, LSU, and Wisconsin are consistently cited as having some of the toughest college football schedules for 2025, with Oklahoma frequently topping lists due to a daunting SEC slate including Alabama, LSU, Ole Miss, and Texas, plus a home game against Michigan. Other contenders for the hardest schedule include Mississippi State, Kentucky, Arkansas, and Texas, reflecting the intense competition within the new SEC alignment. 

Why did Ohio State get banned from bowl games?

Ohio State received a one-year bowl ban from the NCAA in 2011 for a scandal involving players selling memorabilia for cash and tattoos, but the ban was specifically for the 2012 season, stemming from violations in 2010 and 2011, including former coach Jim Tressel knowing about the issues and failing to report them, leading to additional "failure to monitor" charges. Penalties also included vacating the 2010 season, scholarship reductions, and probation. 

Does Notre Dame get $14 million CFP payout as an independent?

Yes, Notre Dame secured a significant $14 million payout from the College Football Playoff (CFP) as an independent for reaching the semifinals, keeping the entire amount because they don't share with a conference like Big Ten or SEC teams do, making their individual payout much larger than their conference-aligned peers. This windfall highlights the financial benefits of Notre Dame's unique independent status in college football, allowing them to retain substantial earnings from their postseason success. 

Can a 5'7" team go to a bowl?

Yes, a 5-7 college football team can make a bowl game, but only if there aren't enough teams with 6 or more wins to fill all the available bowl spots, and the 5-7 team has a high enough Academic Progress Rate (APR) to be selected. This typically happens when several teams with 6 wins (or 5 wins if a team had a non-conference win over an FBS team, like Mississippi State in 2025) opt out of their bowl games, creating vacancies that 5-7 teams fill in order of their APR scores. 

Did JD Vance drop the national championship trophy?

Yes, Vice President JD Vance did drop the base of the Ohio State Buckeyes' national championship trophy during their White House visit in April 2025, but the trophy didn't break as the top part separated from the base, which he then fumbled, with Ohio State player TreVeyon Henderson catching the top piece as it fell. Vance, an Ohio State alum, later joked on social media that he "decided to break it" so no one else could get it.
 

What is the easiest sport to bet on?

The "easiest" sport to bet on is subjective, but Tennis and College Sports (Football/Basketball) are often cited due to one-on-one dynamics, less efficient markets, or high-scoring games, while NFL Football and NBA Basketball are popular for data availability and simpler moneyline bets. Tennis offers line movement in head-to-head matches, while college sports have softer lines, and pro football/basketball benefit from extensive information, making them easier for specific bettors.
 

Who is Oregon's biggest rival?

The Oregon Ducks' biggest rivals are historically the Washington Huskies (the "Cascade Clash") and the Oregon State Beavers (the "Civil War"), with Washington often considered the primary modern rival due to recent high-stakes matchups and conference alignment in the Big Ten, while the OSU rivalry remains a deep-seated in-state tradition.
 

Which D1 school has the most national championships?

Stanford University has the most overall Division I team championships with over 150 titles, followed by UCLA and USC, though the exact count varies slightly by source and sport, with Stanford leading across all sports combined, while UCLA dominates men's basketball and USC leads in baseball.
 

Who is the most famous Oregon football player?

The most famous Oregon football player is arguably Marcus Mariota, the first Duck to win the Heisman Trophy, known for electrifying play and leading the team to national prominence; however, Dan Fouts, a Pro Football Hall of Famer and legendary San Diego Chargers QB, is also a top contender for his sustained NFL success and dominance at Oregon. Both represent the pinnacle of Oregon football, but Mariota is the face of the modern, high-powered Ducks era, while Fouts is a historic legend.
 

Do FCS football players get paid?

Yes, FCS football players can get paid, primarily through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals and, more recently, through revenue sharing options some schools are adopting, allowing direct payments, but it's generally much less than FBS players, often coming from endorsements or school-specific NIL collectives, with some top athletes getting significant amounts while others receive modest sums or just scholarships. 

What are the 5 FBS schools without university in their name?

TIL every FBS school except 5 contain the word University in their title, and nearly half of FBS schools begins with "University of"

• Boston College.
• Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech)
• United States Military Academy (Army)
• United States Air Force Academy (Air Force)
• United States Naval Academy (Navy)

What state has the most division 1 football teams?

Texas has the most NCAA Division I FBS (Football Bowl Subdivision) teams, with 13, followed by Ohio (8) and then California, Florida, and North Carolina tied with 7 each, reflecting the massive college football culture and high school participation in the Lone Star State.