Catch the latest on College Football—from new 2025 rule changes and Week 0 games to CFP tweaks, top team rankings, and how to watch this season.
What’s New in College Football This Season?
Rule Changes 2025
NCAA has rolled out several new tweaks to clean up gameplay:
- A fake-injury crackdown—players feigning injuries to stop momentum faces stricter penalties.
- Overtime timeout limits—teams now have a cap on timeouts used in OT.
These rules aim to eliminate gamesmanship and excess strategic delays.
Season Preview: Week 0 & Beyond
- Week 0 Action: The college football 2025 season kicks off early! A highlight: Iowa State vs. Kansas State takes place in Dublin, Ireland.
- Schedule Access: ESPN and CBSSports list full schedules, TV windows, times, and stream options across all FBS conferences.
College Football Playoff & Rankings
- CFP Tweaks: The playoff selection process has been updated for the second year under the 12-team format. Bowls begin December 13, with the national championship set for Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on January 19, 2026.
- Preseason Power Rankings: SI comes in with Texas at No. 2 behind Penn State; games that may define conference races are already emerging.
Storylines & Headlines to Watch
- CFB Rule Primer: Want the full breakdown of this season’s rulebook changes? NBC Insider has you covered.
- Betting Buzz: Week 0 betting opens early—with promos and picks available through major sports apps.
- Conference Preview: The SEC just confirmed it’ll move to a 9-game conference schedule in 2026—an early glimpse at future format shifts.
- Non-Power Six Spotlight: Pollsters are eyeing which Group of Six teams might crash the CFP party this season.
How to Watch & Stay Informed
- TV & Streaming: TV schedules and stream links are available via Yahoo Sports and NCAA websites.
- Expert Picks & Analysis: CBSSports is rolling out betting guides and game-by-game breakdowns for Week 0.
- College Football News: For live scores, rankings, and coverage, CBSSports, ESPN, Sports Illustrated, and Yahoo are your go-to hubs.
Season Outlook: Why It Matters
- The 2025 campaign sets precedent—with rule clarity, playoff structure, and new viewing habits all shaping the game.
- Week 0 signals a broader move toward nation-spanning kickoff weeks—expanded coverage and global matchups like the Ireland game make CFB increasingly live and big-stage.
- With CFP still young in its expanded format, every conference and mid-major team is under pressure—and opportunity—to defy expectations.