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The national championship game returns to Tampa for the first time since the 2016 season. Kirby Lee \/ Imagn Images<\/p>\n
The College Football Playoff has announced Tampa, Fla., as the host for the national championship during the 2028 season. Event organizers and local dignitaries announced the news on Wednesday at Raymond James Stadium, where the game is scheduled to be played on Jan. 22, 2029.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe city has established itself as an exceptional host for world-class sporting events, and its vibrant downtown, beautiful waterfront and proven commitment to excellence make it an ideal setting for college football\u2019s greatest night,\u201d CFP executive director Rich Clark said. \u201cWe look forward to partnering with the Tampa Bay Sports Commission and local leaders to deliver a national championship experience worthy of college football\u2019s biggest stage.\u201d<\/p>\n
The format of the Playoff during the 2028 season remains unclear. The bracket expanded from four teams to 12 last season and will remain at 12 this fall. But the administrators who oversee the CFP continue to discuss future changes \u2014 including potential expansion to 16 or 24 teams. A decision for next season\u2019s format is expected by Dec. 1.<\/p>\n
Tampa also hosted the national title game during the 2016 season. Clemson won its first national title under Dabo Swinney when quarterback Deshaun Watson hit Hunter Renfrow with 1 second left to give the Tigers a 35-31 win over Alabama. Raymond James Stadium has also hosted three Super Bowls, most recently the hometown Buccaneers\u2019 31-9 win over the Chiefs during the COVID-19 pandemic in February 2021.<\/p>\n
This season\u2019s title game will be Jan. 19 in Miami. The next two sites are Las Vegas (January 2027) and New Orleans (January 2028).<\/p>\n
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