College football fans around the country are eagerly awaiting Selection Sunday as the College Football Playoff field is set to be announced this weekend. This year, the CFP has expanded to include 12 teams, with the top five conference champions receiving automatic bids.
The announcement will take place during an ESPN selection show on Sunday, December 8 at 12 p.m. ET. Fans can watch the show on ESPN or stream it live on ESPN.com or the ESPN app.
Teams like Oregon, Texas, Penn State, and Notre Dame are among the top contenders, with Georgia and Ohio State also in the mix. The top four seeds in the CFP bracket will receive byes to the quarterfinals, while the remaining eight teams will compete in first-round matchups.
The CFP will kick off on Friday, December 20 with one game, followed by the remaining first-round games on Saturday, December 21. The tournament will culminate in the national championship game, where the top teams in college football will compete for the title.
Fans can expect an exciting and competitive playoff this year, with some of the top programs in the country vying for a shot at the national championship. Stay tuned for more updates on the College Football Playoff as Selection Sunday approaches.
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