The 2026 National Championship Game is set to take place on Monday, January 19 at 7:30 p.m. ET, with the clash being broadcast on ESPN. But first, there's a whole season to play before two teams are left standing with a chance to write their name in the history books in this massive contest.

The College Football Playoff is ready to level up — literally. With the 12-team format officially rolling out for the 2025–26 season, fans are in for a postseason extravaganza like never before. The CFP,

The College Football Playoff unveiled dates, times and television information for the 2025 quarterfinals, semifinals and the College Football Playoff National Championship. Action is set to commence at 7:30 p.m. ET on Dec. 31 with the Cotton Bowl, which is hosting one of the quarterfinal round games.