College Football Hub & Stadium Guides
Stadium guides, conference previews, and the roadmap to the 12-Team Playoff.
CFP Expansion
Coming soon: how the 12-team playoff works, bracket predictions, and path to the championship.
Conference Previews
SEC
Alabama, Georgia, Texas, and the conference of champions.
Big Ten
Ohio State, Michigan, USC in the mega-conference era.
Big 12
Colorado's return, BYU, and a wide-open conference race.
ACC
Clemson, Florida State, and the battle for relevance.
Stadium Guides
NCAA Division I FBS Reference
12-Team College Football Playoff & Campus Stadium Logistics
Under the 12-team CFP format, the five highest-ranked conference champions and seven highest-ranked at-large programs qualify, with seeds 5 through 8 hosting first-round on-campus playoff games in December.
College Football FAQs
How does the 12-team College Football Playoff work?
The 12-team playoff includes the 5 highest-ranked conference champions and the next 7 highest-ranked at-large teams. The top 4 conference champions receive a first-round bye. Games take place on campus for the first round.
When does the 2026 college football season start?
The 2026 college football season typically begins with 'Week 0' in late August 2026, followed by the first full slate of games on Labor Day weekend.
What is the difference between college and NFL rules?
Key differences include: 1) One foot in bounds for a catch in college vs. two in the NFL. 2) The college clock generally runs after first downs, but stops briefly after a first down inside the final two minutes of each half. 3) Overtime rules are significantly different.
Where is the 2027 College Football National Championship?
The site for the 2027 CFP National Championship game (concluding the 2026 season) rotates annually among major U.S. stadiums. Check our CFP section for the latest venue announcement.
Can I bring alcohol into college stadiums?
Policies vary by conference and school. The SEC lifted its ban on public alcohol sales in 2019, and most major programs now sell beer and wine, but always check the specific stadium guide for restricted areas.