The 2024 college football season is fast approaching, and fans are eagerly anticipating the start of another exciting year of gridiron action. After Michigan’s thrilling victory in last year’s College Football Playoff, the stage is set for another thrilling season of college football.
The 2024 college football season is scheduled to kick off on Saturday, August 24, with a slate of games in „Week Zero.“ Most Division I programs will begin their seasons the following week, with a full schedule of matchups to look forward to. Some of the games scheduled for Week Zero include the Aer Lingus College Football Classic between Florida State and Georgia Tech in Dublin, Ireland, as well as the FCS Kickoff game between North Alabama and Southeast Missouri State in Montgomery, Alabama.
As the season progresses, fans can look forward to a packed schedule of games, including marquee matchups like Clemson vs. Georgia in the Aflac Kickoff Game, Penn State at West Virginia, and Miami at Florida. The early-season nonconference games promise to provide plenty of excitement and set the stage for conference play later in the season.
One of the most anticipated events of the college football season is the College Football Playoff, which will be in its 11th edition in 2024. This year, the playoff format has expanded to 12 teams, adding even more excitement and intrigue to the postseason. The playoff schedule includes quarterfinals at the Fiesta Bowl, Peach Bowl, Rose Bowl, and Sugar Bowl, with the semifinals at the Orange Bowl and Cotton Bowl. The CFP National Championship Game will be held at Mercedez-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, marking the first time the city has hosted the title game twice.
Looking ahead, future CFP national championship locations and dates have already been announced, with Miami set to host the event in 2025-26. The playoff format will continue to provide fans with thrilling matchups and high-stakes competition as teams vie for the national championship.
As the 2024 college football season approaches, fans can expect another year of unforgettable moments, intense rivalries, and thrilling matchups. With a packed schedule of games, the College Football Playoff, and the promise of future championships, the upcoming season is sure to be one for the books. Stay tuned for more updates and be sure to mark your calendars for the start of another exciting year of college football.