The 2025-26 college football bowl schedule commences with a matchup between Boise State and Washington. Despite the evolving postseason scenario, college football bowl confidence pools remain a favorite among fans, featuring 39 matchups to choose from this year.

Key games include Oregon, favored by 21.5 points against James Madison, and Ole Miss, a 17.5-point favorite versus Tulane. Upsets are common, and predicting them can set participants apart in pool play.

Anticipated contests that stand out are Penn State against Clemson (-4.5), Georgia Tech facing BYU (-4.5), and Tennessee against Illinois (+4.5). The Wolverines will play under interim coach Biff Poggi after the dismissal of Sherrone Moore. College football odds indicate favorites and underdogs, but it requires more insight than merely betting lines.

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Upcoming Game Highlights:

• Saturday, Dec. 13: LA Bowl - Boise State vs. Washington, 8 p.m. ET.
• Tuesday, Dec. 16: Veterans Bowl - Troy vs. Jacksonville State, 9 p.m. ET.
• Wednesday, Dec. 17: Cure Bowl - Old Dominion vs. South Florida, 5 p.m. ET.
• More matchups detailed throughout the bowl season.

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