College football today on TV features championship Saturday with Georgia vs. Alabama at 4 p.m. on ABC, Ohio State vs. Indiana at 8 p.m. on Fox, and the Big 12 championship pitting Texas Tech against BYU at noon on ABC. These games determine playoff positioning for the 12-team College Football Playoff.
🔥 Quick Facts
- SEC Championship: No. 3 Georgia (11-1) faces No. 9 Alabama (10-2) in Atlanta at 4 p.m. ET on ABC.
- Big Ten Championship: No. 1 Ohio State (12-0) plays No. 2 Indiana (12-0) in Indianapolis at 8 p.m. on Fox.
- Big 12 Championship: No. 4 Texas Tech (11-1) takes on No. 11 BYU (11-1) at AT&T Stadium at noon ET on ABC.
- CFP Selection: The College Football Playoff field will be announced Sunday after conference championship results are finalized.
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The Georgia Bulldogs enter their SEC championship matchup as 2.5-point favorites to defeat the Alabama Crimson Tide. This game is a rematch of an earlier season classic where Alabama won 24-21 on September 27 in a defensive battle that set the tone for both teams’ seasons.
Georgia (11-1, 7-1 SEC) is playing for more than conference pride. A win locks in a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff. Alabama (10-2, 7-1 SEC) faces a more precarious situation despite its No. 9 ranking. The committee’s recent move to rank Alabama above Notre Dame suggests the Crimson Tide remain safe in the 12-team field, but a dominant loss could change that calculation.
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Georgia’s offense will look to improve on its 357 total yards in the first matchup. Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson threw for 276 yards and two touchdowns in the initial meeting, showcasing efficiency against the Georgia defense. This time, the Bulldogs under head coach Kirby Smart face questions about Alabama running back Jam Miller’s status after injury concerns emerged.
| Factor | Georgia | Alabama |
| Record | 11-1 (7-1 SEC) | 10-2 (7-1 SEC) |
| Ranking | No. 3 CFP | No. 9 CFP |
| Location | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta | Neutral Site |
| Spread | -2.5 Favorite | +2.5 Underdog |
“It will be an unprecedented Big Ten Championship Game as No. 1 Ohio State meets No. 2 Indiana in a battle of 12-0 teams.”
— 247Sports College Football, 2025-2026 Season Coverage
Historic Big Ten Championship: Ohio State-Indiana No. 1 vs. No. 2 Clash
The Big Ten Championship features what many analysts are calling a once-in-a-generation matchup. No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes (12-0, 9-0 Big Ten) face No. 2 Indiana Hoosiers (12-0, 9-0 Big Ten) in a neutral-site game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. This marks the first No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup at a neutral site in Big Ten championship history.
Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin contests Indiana’s Francisco Mendoza for Heisman Trophy positioning heading into the final voting week. The Buckeyes are 4-point favorites despite Indiana’s perfect record and impressive season turnaround. Ohio State hasn’t won the Big Ten since 2020, while Indiana last claimed the title in 1967, making this historic for both programs.
Both teams are essentially locks for top-four playoff seeds regardless of Saturday’s outcome. The primary intrigue involves seeding implications and whether either team might suffer enough damage in a close loss to fall from the No. 1 or No. 2 seeds. A dominant performance could secure a first-round bye and higher playoff positioning.
Big 12 Title Game: Texas Tech Protecting Top-4 Status Against BYU
No. 4 Texas Tech Red Raiders (11-1, 8-1 Big 12) are heavily favored at 12.5-point favorites against No. 11 BYU Cougars (11-1, 8-1 Big 12) in the Big 12 championship at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Texas Tech is essentially locked into the playoff regardless of outcome due to its strong ranking and résumé, while BYU must win to stay in contention.
Texas Tech’s elite defense, led by linebacker Jacob Rodriguez who has garnered Heisman buzz, held BYU to just 255 total yards when these teams met on November 8. The Cougars went just 3-of-14 on third downs in that matchup, with freshman quarterback Bear Bachmeier posting an underwhelming 4.9 yards per attempt. Texas Tech special teams dominated with kicker Stone Harrington going 5-of-5 on field goals.
BYU sits one spot behind Notre Dame for the final at-large spot. A win puts the Cougars in serious contention for the 12-team field, while a loss likely ends their playoff hopes. This creates stark motivation for the Cougars in their rematch against the Red Raiders.
Complete Saturday Championship Schedule and TV Information
Six major conference championships determine playoff positioning on Saturday, December 6. The day begins with Western Michigan vs. Miami (Ohio) at noon on ESPN at Ford Field in Detroit, part of the MAC championship. The Big 12 title game kicks off at noon ET on ABC at AT&T Stadium.
The Duke vs. Virginia ACC Championship is scheduled for 8 p.m. on ABC at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. Virginia is a 4-point favorite and would secure an 11-seed playoff spot with a win. Duke’s path to the playoff is significantly narrower despite reaching the championship game through a complex tiebreaker system.
Earlier games on Friday already determined several conference champions. The American Conference saw Tulane defeat North Texas 34-21 to clinch a CFP berth. Kennesaw State defeated Jacksonville State 19-15 in the Conference USA championship, while Boise State beat UNLV 38-21 in the Mountain West championship, and James Madison dominated Troy 31-14 in the Sun Belt championship.
What’s at Stake Across Conference Championship Weekend?
Conference championships directly impact playoff seeding and at-large selection. Georgia and Ohio State are both essentially guaranteed top-4 seeds, while Indiana’s status depends partly on whether the Hoosiers can keep the margin tight against the Buckeyes. BYU’s playoff future hinges entirely on defeating Texas Tech, as the loss would drop them well outside at-large consideration.
Alabama’s situation represents the most uncertainty among major programs. A dominant Georgia victory could provide justification for sliding the Crimson Tide below Notre Dame or Miami in final rankings. The ACC Championship outcome also matters significantly, as a Duke win would create championship chaos affecting the final 12-team field composition.
The College Football Playoff selection show airs Sunday, December 7, unveiling the complete 12-team bracket with seeding. Teams will learn playoff matchups, locations, and round timings. First-round games are scheduled for December 19 and 20, with championship games concluding the playoff in early January 2026.
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