With the Bison and 2022-23 champion South Dakota State out, only two of the teams still alive entering the quarterfinals have won the title in the last 25 years: No. 12 seed Villanova (2009) and No. 3 seed Montana (2001). Could it finally be the year for 2024's losing finalist, Montana State, which hasn't won the championship since 1984?

Saturday’s college football games, bowl games and the Heisman Trophy ceremony

The playoff field is set and college football teams across the nation are gearing up for bowl games.

No. 17 USC recorded a statement win with a 26-21 victory over No. 21 Iowa at home. The Trojans held the Hawkeyes scoreless in the second half and erased an early 21-7 deficit to move to 8-2 (6-1 Big Ten). USC was powered by another big performance from star wide receiver Makai Lemon, who finished with 10 catches for 153 yards and a touchdown.

Check out this article for a complete list of 2025-2026 college football bowl games, including dates, times, how to watch, and more.

The 2025-26 College Football Playoffs bracket is set, with 12 teams racing for the national championship title.