About Peach Bowl
The Peach Bowl is one of the premier college football bowl games in the United States, held annually in Atlanta, Georgia. Established in 1968, the game has grown into one of the most anticipated postseason matchups, featuring top-ranked teams from across the country. Originally hosted at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium, the Peach Bowl has since moved to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. As part of the College Football Playoff (CFP) rotation, the Peach Bowl occasionally serves as a semifinal game.
Peach Bowl History
The Peach Bowl has been a consistent highlight in Atlanta, Georgia, since its inception in December 1968. Sponsored by Chick-fil-A since 1997, it's officially titled the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, marking a long-standing partnership. Initially known as the Chick-fil-A Bowl from 2006 to 2013, it's now synonymous with the Peach Bowl history. Initially, it often featured an Atlantic Coast Conference team against an at-large opponent, evolving into structured contests between SEC and ACC teams. Notably, in 2005, it hosted its inaugural top-10 ranked teams' face-off.
George Pierre Crumbley Jr., a Lions Club member hailed as the "Father of the Peach Bowl, " was the brainchild behind this charitable football event. Initiated in 1968 by the Lions Clubs of Georgia, its management transitioned to the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce due to early challenges with attendance and revenue.
Chick-fil-A's sponsorship increased team payouts. This financial boost enabled the Peach Bowl stadium committee to select top teams after the BCS, creating highly anticipated matchups. With its inclusion in the "New Year's Six" bowls since 2014, the Peach Bowl has consistently hosted major conference champions and top contenders.
The Peach Bowl boasts a remarkable streak, selling out for 17 consecutive years, trailing only the Rose Bowl Game in attendance records. Memorable games, such as the 2007 matchup between Clemson and Auburn, concluded with a dramatic tie and garnered exceptional viewership, marking one of ESPN's most-watched bowl games.
Venue-wise, the Peach Bowl has traversed various stadiums, from Grant Field to Atlanta–Fulton County Stadium to the Georgia Dome before finally settling at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2017, ensuring fans enjoy top-tier football in state-of-the-art facilities.
Peach Bowl Game Schedule 2025
The 2025 Peach Bowl, officially known as the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, is scheduled for January 1, 2025, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. The game will kick off at 1:00 PM ET and will feature a matchup between the Texas Longhorns and the Arizona State Sun Devils. This high-stakes game is set to be broadcast on ESPN.
Peach Bowl Game Time
The 2025 Peach Bowl is scheduled to kick off at 1:00 PM ET on January 1, 2025, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. The game will be broadcast on ESPN, with Joe Tessitore providing the play-by-play, Jesse Palmer as the analyst, and Katie George reporting from the sideline.
Peach Bowl Game Venue
The Peach Bowl is traditionally held at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, and was opened in 2017. The 2025 Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl was held on January 1, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
Where to watch the Peach Bowl game?
The Peach Bowl can be watched live on ESPN, the official broadcaster of the game. Fans can also stream the game through the ESPN app or via streaming platforms that carry ESPN, such as Sling TV, FuboTV, and DirecTV Stream.
Peach Bowl Teams Qualified for 2025
The teams that qualified for the 2025 Peach Bowl are the Texas Longhorns and the Arizona State Sun Devils. Texas, seeded fifth in the College Football Playoff (CFP), advanced by defeating Clemson 38-24 on December 21. Arizona State, the Big 12 Champion and the fourth seed in the CFP, received a bye in the new 12-team format and advanced directly to the Peach Bowl. This matchup marks the second time the Sun Devils and the Longhorns will face off, with their first encounter taking place in the 2007 Holiday Bowl, which Texas won. The winner of the Peach Bowl will progress to the Cotton Bowl to compete against the winner of the Rose Bowl.
Peach Bowl Game Tickets
Tickets for the 2025 Peach Bowl are available through various platforms, including SeatGeek and Ticketmaster. Prices for tickets start at around $81 and can vary depending on the seating section, as per Ticketmaster. You can find seating charts, seat views, and additional information on these websites.
Peach Bowl Location
The Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl and Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game find their home at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Opening its doors in 2017, this stadium hosted its first college football games: the 2017 Chick-fil-A Kickoff Games, featuring Alabama vs. Florida State and Georgia Tech vs. Tennessee.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium stands as a premier sports and entertainment venue, housing the NFL's Atlanta Falcons and MLS's Atlanta United. It is renowned for hosting major events like the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Games, the 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship, and the 2019 Super Bowl.
Peach Bowl Records
| Category | Record | Year |
| Most points scored (both teams) | 100, Texas A&M (52) vs. Duke (48) | 2013 |
| Most points scored (one team) | 63, LSU (63) vs. Oklahoma (28) | 2019 |
| Most points scored (losing team) | 48, Duke (48) vs. Texas A&M (52) | 2013 |
| Fewest points scored | 12, Vanderbilt (6) vs. Texas Tech (6) | 1974 |
| Fewest points allowed | 0, Kentucky (21) vs. North Carolina (0) | 1976 |
| Largest margin of victory | 39, TCU (42) vs. Mississippi (3) | 2014 |
| Total yards | 693, LSU vs. Oklahoma | 2019 |
| Rushing yards | 356, West Virginia vs. South Carolina | 1969 |
| Passing yards | 493, LSU vs. Oklahoma | 2019 |
| First downs | 32, Clemson vs. LSU | 2012 |
| Fewest yards allowed | 105, West Virginia vs. Florida | 1981 |
| Fewest rushing yards allowed | 5, Virginia Tech vs. Tennessee | 2009 |
| Fewest passing yards allowed | 3, South Carolina vs. West Virginia | 1969 |
| Individual | Record | Year |
| All-purpose yards | 469, Hines Ward (Georgia) | 1995 |
| Touchdowns (all-purpose) | 8, Joe Burrow (LSU) | 2019 |
| Rushing yards | 208, Ed Williams (West Virginia) | 1969 |
| Rushing touchdowns | 3, 7 players | mult. |
| Passing yards | 493, Joe Burrow (LSU) | 2019 |
| Passing touchdowns | 7, Joe Burrow (LSU) | 2019 |
| Receiving yards | 227, Justin Jefferson (LSU) | 2019 |
| Receiving touchdowns | 4, Justin Jefferson (LSU) | 2019 |
| Interceptions | 3, Michael Brooks (NC State) | 1988 |
| Long Plays | Record | Year |
| Touchdown run | 83 yds., C. J. Spiller (Clemson) | 2007 |
| Touchdown pass | 82 yds., Mike Groh to Demetrius Allen (Virginia) | 1995 |
| Kickoff return | 83 yds., Demetrius Allen (Virginia) | 1995 |
| Punt return | 79 yds., Steve Suter (Maryland) | 2002 |
| Interception return | 78 yds., Cal Haladay (Michigan State) | 2021 |
| Fumble return | 10 yds., Jason Ferguson (Georgia) | 1995 |
| Punt | 67 yds., Damon Duval (Auburn) | 2001 |
| Field goal | 53 yds., shared by: Colt David (LSU) and Jack Podlesny (Georgia) | 2008, 2021 |
| Miscellaneous | Record | Year |
| Game Attendance | 79,330, Georgia vs. Ohio State | 2022 |
FAQ on Peach Bowl
A. The Peach Bowl was scheduled for January 1, 2025, and took place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
A. The victorious team in the Peach Bowl claims the George P. Crumbley Trophy, an honor named after the game's founder, George Crumbley.
A. The Peach Bowl has been sponsored by Chick-fil-A since 1997 and is known as Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl.
A. The Texas Longhorns and the Arizona State Sun Devils are playing in the 2025 Peach Bowl.
