College Football Playoff National Championship To Return To Tampa
Tampa becomes the fourth city to host the College Football Playoff National Championship twice, with the 15th CFP title game set for Raymond James Stadium in 2029.
- On January 22, 2029, the College Football Playoff announced Tampa, Florida will host the National Championship at Raymond James Stadium, becoming the fourth city to host twice as the CFP works with the Tampa Bay Sports Commission and local leaders.
- CFP officials said Tampa has established itself as an exceptional host with a vibrant downtown and beautiful waterfront, while city leaders highlighted teamwork, hospitality, and community readiness.
- Under CFP rules the field uses a bracket-based 12-team competition placing the five highest-ranked conference champions and seven next highest-ranked teams, with the four highest-ranked teams receiving first-round byes.
- Local officials say the social and economic impact will be significant for local businesses and visitors, and the Tampa community will shine as returning guests notice major transformations.
- The CFP rotation of host cities means quarterfinals and semifinals rotate among six bowl games, with the next championship scheduled for Jan. 19 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, featuring Fiesta and Peach bowl winners.
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Tampa Bay Scores Big: Selected To Host 2029 College Football Playoff National Championship
TAMPA, Fla. – The College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship is returning to the Tampa Bay area. Rich Clark, Executive Director of the CFP, announced today that the CFP’s Management Committee has selected the city to host the game on Monday, January 22, 2029, at Raymond James Stadium, home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This […] Tampa Bay Scores Big: Selected To Host 2029 College Football Playoff National Championship
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