Before the final College Football Playoff bracket is set, we have one last, massive hurdle to clear. Championship Week is here, and from the heavyweight clash in the Big Ten to the desperate playoff pushes in the ACC and Big 12, this weekend will fundamentally reshape the postseason landscape.
If you’re looking to watch all nine college football conference championships, you’ve come to the right place. Some teams already have their playoff bids locked up. But the real drama is on the bubble, where a single upset in Atlanta or Indianapolis could open the door for a chaos scenario in the 12-team field.
In this guide, I preview it all to give you the best ways to watch as many college football conference championship games as you can take. Read on for game times, channel listings, and the full conference championship TV schedule.
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Mountain West Championship Game 2025
Watch Boise State vs. UNLV | FOX
UNLV and Boise State are primed for the Mountain West Championship Game for the third year in a row. If it wasn’t a rivalry before, it sure is now.
Last year’s game between them had serious implications for a College Football Playoff berth. But in 2025, it’ll be about bragging rights mostly.
Check out our full Mountain West Championship Game preview for a breakdown of Friday’s game between Boise State and UNLV.
Big 12 Championship Game 2025
Watch BYU vs. Texas Tech | ABC
BYU bounced back after a strange situation with former quarterback Jake Retzlaff and had a strong 11–1 season. It was so strong that the No. 11 Cougars have a 34% chance to make the College Football Playoff, per ESPN.
No. 5 Texas Tech had an identical 11–1 overall record and is basically guaranteed a spot in the CFP. So losing this game won’t mean as much to the Red Raiders as it would to the Cougars, but it wouldn’t hurt.
Of note: BYU’s only loss this season was to Texas Tech, and the game wasn’t very close.
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SEC Championship Game 2025
Watch Georgia vs. Alabama | ABC
No. 3 Georgia and No. 10 Alabama will meet again for the SEC title. Expect a very close game in a clash of styles between two teams almost certain to make the CFP.
Check out our game preview of the 2025 SEC Championship Game for a full take on Georgia vs. Alabama.
Big Ten Championship Game 2025
Watch Ohio State vs. Indiana | FOX
It’s a battle of the final two undefeated college football teams in the country.
I think this will be a defensive slugfest. And the Hoosiers could win their first-ever conference title.
Check out our full Big Ten Football Championship Game preview for a breakdown of Ohio State vs. Indiana.
ACC Championship Game 2025
Watch Virginia vs. Duke | ABC
On paper, the matchup between Virginia and Duke won’t be much to speak of.
The Cavaliers are a 10–2 team with a slightly better than 50/50 chance to make the CFP. The Blue Devils, by contrast, won just seven games this season and lost to Virginia by 17 points.
This game is really about Virginia. ESPN has it at a 55% chance to make the Playoff. Duke could play massive spoilers here, and the Cavaliers will likely play the hardest they’ve played this season for a chance at the 12-team postseason field.
For my money, this game is going to be very interesting.
Conference championship schedule at a glance
The must-see action kicks off with a four-game slate on Friday night. Then on Saturday, the Power 4 title games take center stage alongside the MAC championship.
I’ve compiled the complete 2025 TV schedule below to help you map out your weekend. Use it to plan precisely how to watch college football conference championships across every network.
| Conference | Game | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conference USA Championship Game | Kennesaw State vs. Jacksonville State | Friday, Dec. 5 | 7:00 p.m. | CBS Sports Network |
| Sun Belt Championship Game | Troy vs. James Madison | Friday, Dec. 5 | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN |
| AAC Championship Game | North Texas vs. Tulane | Friday, Dec. 5 | 8:00 p.m. | ABC |
| Mountain West Championship Game | Boise State vs. UNLV | Friday, Dec. 5 | 8:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Big 12 Championship Game | BYU vs. Texas Tech | Saturday, Dec. 6 | Noon | ABC |
| MAC Championship Game | Western Michigan vs. Miami (Ohio) | Saturday, Dec. 6 | Noon | ESPN |
| SEC Championship Game | Georgia vs. Alabama | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 4:00 p.m. | ABC |
| ACC Championship Game | Virginia vs. Duke | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 8:00 p.m. | ABC |
| Big Ten Championship Game | Ohio State vs. Indiana | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 8:00 p.m. | FOX |
Data effective as of post date.
Watch college football conference championships FAQ
What channels show the CFB conference championships?
Most of the major title games (SEC, ACC, Big 12) air on ABC, while FOX typically carries the Big Ten and Mountain West championships. You'll also find games on ESPN, ESPN2, and CBS Sports Network for the other conferences.
Can I watch the conference championships for free?
Yes, you can watch CFB conference championships for free. The biggest ones air on broadcast networks like ABC and FOX, making them available for free with a digital antenna. For games on premium channels like ESPN and CBS Sports Network, you can use a free live TV streaming trial from DIRECTV, Fubo, or YouTube TV.
Do conference championships count towards the playoffs?
Yes, the five highest-ranked conference champions receive automatic bids to the College Football Playoff under the 12-team format. Even better, the top four ranked champions get a first-round bye, making these championship games some of the most valuable wins of the season.
Which college football conferences have championship games?
All Power 4 conferences (ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, SEC) and Group of 5 conferences (AAC, CUSA, MAC, Mountain West, Sun Belt) hold championship football games. The Pac-12 doesn't currently have a championship game following its realignment.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com writers, Eric Chiu and Alex Vejar, compiled this conference championship schedule. Eric authors our weekly Best College Football Games column and monitors the league daily to identify key matchups and broadcast changes. Alex has experience covering multiple sports. Using that expertise, they evaluated the best ways to watch every title game based on channel availability and price.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
