UPDATE: A thrilling day of sports action is on the horizon with major matchups in college football and the NFL set for Saturday, December 20, 2025. The College Football Playoff kicks off with three pivotal games, while the NFL playoff race heats up with crucial divisional clashes.
The College Football Playoff (CFP) features intense first-round matchups that will determine which teams advance to face powerhouse opponents. At 12 p.m. ET, the Miami Hurricanes face off against Texas A&M Aggies in College Station, Texas. The winner will earn a shot at Ohio State. Both teams share a common opponent in Notre Dame, having narrowly defeated the Irish earlier this season. Miami enters with a record of 10-2, while Texas A&M looks to rebound from a recent loss to rival Texas.
Next, at 3:30 p.m. ET, Ole Miss takes on Tulane in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss, having previously dominated Tulane by 35 points earlier this season, hopes to carry that momentum forward. However, both teams are dealing with coaching turnover, which could add an unpredictable twist to the matchup.
The final CFP game of the day kicks off at 7:30 p.m. ET when James Madison faces Oregon in Eugene, Oregon. The Dukes enter as heavy underdogs, with a spread of 20.5 points, but the SportsLine model suggests they could cover the spread in nearly 60% of simulations.
While college football grips fans, the NFL playoff picture is equally critical. The Philadelphia Eagles aim to clinch a postseason berth with a victory over the Washington Commanders at 5 p.m. ET. Washington, dealing with injuries including the loss of quarterback Jayden Daniels, faces an uphill battle. The Eagles are heavily favored to win, bolstering their chances of securing the NFC East title.
Simultaneously, the longstanding rivalry between the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears will take center stage at 8:20 p.m. ET. With both teams vying for control of the NFC North, this matchup promises high stakes. The Packers hold a slight edge, having previously defeated the Bears just weeks ago, and a win would place them firmly in first place as the regular season winds down.
As the day unfolds, fans can also look forward to a variety of NBA, NHL, and college basketball games, adding to the excitement.
Stay tuned as these matchups develop. The stakes couldn’t be higher and every play counts!
