The road to the National Championship runs through Glendale. Tonight, the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl hosts the first College Football Playoff Semifinal, featuring a matchup of two explosive offenses that few predicted would be the last ones standing from their respective conferences.
Game Information
- Matchup: #10 Miami Hurricanes vs. #6 Ole Miss Rebels
- Kickoff: 7:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM MST
- Venue: State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ
- TV: ESPN
- Stakes: Winner advances to the CFP National Championship Game
The Matchup
The Ole Miss Rebels (11-2) arrive fresh off a thrilling 39-34 victory over Georgia in the Sugar Bowl. Head Coach Lane Kiffin has finally guided his program to the sport's biggest stage, leveraging a high-flying offense led by Jaxson Dart.
The Miami Hurricanes (11-2) are the tournament's Cinderella story. After upsetting #2 Ohio State 24-14 in the Cotton Bowl, "The U" is back in the national spotlight. Quarterback Cam Ward has been electric, using his legs and arm to dismantle defenses.
On Deck: Peach Bowl
The winner of tonight's contest will await the victor of tomorrow's Peach Bowl (Jan 9), which pits #1 Indiana against #5 Oregon in Atlanta. With heavyweights like Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State, and Texas all eliminated, a first-time National Champion in the modern era is guaranteed.
Kickoff is just hours away.