The most wonderful time of the year is finally upon us, as college football's bowl season is set to kick off on December 16.
As always, this bowl season brings a variety of matchups, including a number of intriguing games between high-profile programs, and a few featuring some underdogs hoping to make a splash on the national stage.
There will be plenty of time to dissect the biggest games over the next few weeks, but here's an early look at the schedule and some predictions for the biggest games outside of the College Football Playoff.
December 16
R&L Carriers New Orleans Bowl (1 p.