Whether it is renewed rivalries, the next chapter in a longstanding series or a rematch from the 2024 season, the 2025 non-conference schedule promises to deliver high drama and excitement. The first month of the upcoming season expects to feature numerous top-25 matchups that are certain to set the tone for the playoff race.

It's never too early to look ahead to the 2025 college football season, especially since Ohio State's victory against Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff National Championship officially brought the 2024 campaign to an end this past week.

We could see a notable officiating change in the College Football Playoff as officials consider implementing a neutral replay system.

The 2024-25 College Football Playoff national championship game will be at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. What venues are hosting the game later?

The 2024 College Football Playoff has looked markedly different in years past, as an expanded 12-team format was put into place for the first time. This has resulted in more games, and the National Championship Game being played later than usual, with the game taking place 11 days later than it was held last year.

After the schedule release, UConn announced the game is one of four upcoming against Boston College. The Huskies will host the Eagles on Oct. 20, 2029, and Aug. 30, 2031, as well as return to Chestnut Hill on Sept. 14, 2030.

The College Football Playoff national championship game is coming to Las Vegas in 2027. The CFP announced Friday that the 2026 season's champion will be crowned at Allegiant Stadium on Jan. 25, 2027.