But here at ESPN bowl prediction headquarters in downtown Indianapolis, we're not afraid of any circumstances. So let's get to the picks, from campus CFP sites through traditional bowls and all the way to the national title game on Jan. 20 in Atlanta.

EA Sports College Football 25 may not have appeared at The Game Awards, but it's done something arguably better.

The first round of the 12-team College Football Playoff didn't feature many thrilling games, but on-campus atmospheres helped set the tone for the new system. It was a clean sweep for the favorites in the first round,

CFP Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens, Florida) 7:30 p.m., ESPN CFP Semifinal at the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic AT&T Stadium (Arlington, Texas) 7:30 p.m., ESPN CFP National Championship Presented by AT&T Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) 7:30 p.m., ESPN

College Football 25 sees the return of beloved modes like Dynasty and Road to Glory. Dynasty is an excellent return to form, with player recruitment more detailed than ever before. In Road to Glory, players juggle the priorities of college life, making decisions about when they should train, study, or work on their brand.

There are 47 total bowl games in the 2024-25 season, including four college football playoff first round games, four quarterfinal games, two semifinals, and the national championship on Monday, January 20.

The final Saturday of the calendar year is full of college football bowl games. Breaking down all eight matchups and why you should watch each of them.

Eight bowl games are set to take place across Saturday's schedule. Here's what you need to know, including start times, how to watch and scores.