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  • UBS sees sluggish iPhone sales in Dec as China demand worsens By Investing.com

    UBS sees sluggish iPhone sales in Dec as China demand worsens By Investing.com


    Investing.com– Apple Inc (NASDAQ:) is likely to see weaker sales of its flagship iPhone in December, UBS analysts said in a recent note, citing persistent concerns over slowing demand and falling market share in top market China.

    UBS cut its iPhone unit/revenue estimates for December to 74 million units and $67.2 million revenue from 77 million units and $69.7 million revenue. While the brokerage does see some resilience in Apple’s services revenue, its lowered forecast for iPhone sales saw a 2% negative revision in UBS’ December quarter revenue estimates to $120.8 billion, which is lower than street estimates of $124.9 billion.

    UBS also cut its earnings per share estimate for the December quarter to $2.25 from $2.31, compared to street estimates of $2.36.

    The brokerage noted recent data from Counterpoint Research that iPhone sell-through declined 8% year-on-year in November to 20.7 million units, with China accounting for a bulk of this decline. The iPhone’s global share also sank to 20.1% in November- its lowest level since November 2019.

    The brokerage noted that October and November usually account for a bulk of Apple’s iPhone sales in the December quarter, with a decline in November boding poorly for the technology giant.

    “We now expect iPhone revenue to decline 5% YoY in the December quarter, missing both our estimate, the VA Consensus and implied positive growth highlighted by the company during the Sept quarter earnings report,” UBS analysts said in a note.

    Apple has been grappling with years of slowing device sales, with a bulk of these declines being driven by weakening demand in China. The company is also facing heightened competition from local players such as Huawei and Xiaomi (OTC:).

    Apple’s inclusion of artificial intelligence features in its flagship iPhone 16 models did little to stimulate sales, given that the company largely lagged its rivals in introducing AI features. The tech giant is also yet to roll out any AI features in China due to regulatory hurdles.

    Still, Apple’s services revenue has remained robust, thanks to support from strong AppStore sales and demand for its software offerings. This is expected to limit overall declines in earnings.





    UBS, one of the world’s leading financial services firms, has reported that iPhone sales in December were sluggish due to worsening demand in China. The firm attributes this slowdown to a combination of economic factors and increased competition in the Chinese market.

    According to UBS analysts, iPhone sales in China have been affected by a weaker economy and ongoing trade tensions between the US and China. Additionally, domestic competitors such as Huawei and Xiaomi have been gaining market share in the region, putting pressure on Apple’s sales.

    Despite these challenges, UBS remains optimistic about Apple’s long-term prospects, citing the company’s strong brand and loyal customer base. However, the firm warns that Apple may need to adjust its pricing strategy and product offerings in order to maintain its competitive position in the Chinese market.

    Investors will be keeping a close eye on Apple’s upcoming earnings report to gauge the impact of sluggish iPhone sales in China. As the tech giant continues to navigate a challenging global landscape, UBS’s insights provide valuable context for understanding the company’s performance in key markets.

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  • PECO electrical upgrade project in Cheltenham Township to begin Dec 30

    PECO electrical upgrade project in Cheltenham Township to begin Dec 30


    December 26th, 2024 | By Ryan Genova

    Cheltenham Township announced today that PECO contractors will soon be installing new conduit and new underground cable for electric service along Paxson Avenue, South Avenue, Glenside Avenue, Chelten Hills Drive, Old York Road, and Stahr Road beginning Monday, December 30.

    The project’s estimated completion date is mid-September 2025. The work is part of a $3.6M infrastructure project.

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    Attention Cheltenham Township residents!

    Starting December 30, PECO will be undertaking an electrical upgrade project in our community. This project aims to improve the reliability and efficiency of our electrical infrastructure, ensuring that we have a more resilient power supply for years to come.

    During this time, there may be some disruptions to your electricity service as the upgrades are being implemented. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and assure you that our team will work diligently to minimize any interruptions.

    We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to enhance the electrical system in Cheltenham Township. If you have any questions or concerns about the project, please don’t hesitate to reach out to PECO customer service.

    Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to providing you with a more reliable electrical service in the future. Stay tuned for updates on the progress of the project! #PECO #CheltenhamTownship #ElectricalUpgrade

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  • Utah State 69-64 Nevada (Dec 31, 2024) Game Recap

    Utah State 69-64 Nevada (Dec 31, 2024) Game Recap


    RENO, Nev. — — Ian Martinez was scoreless until scoring 17 straight points for Utah State in the final 6:10, leading the Aggies to a 69-64 victory over Nevada on Tuesday night.

    Martinez began his run with a layup to give the Aggies (13-1, 3-0 Mountain West Conference) a 54-46 lead. The Wolf Pack (8-6, 0-3) twice closed within two, but Martinez hit a 3-pointer for a 61-56 lead and had back-to-back layups after Nevada drew within 61-59 with 1:19 to go.

    Tucker Anderson had 16 points off the bench for Utah State. Mason Falslev totaled 14 points, six rebounds, five assists and five steals.

    Nick Davidson had 16 points and 12 rebounds to lead Nevada. Justin McBride added 11 points and Xavier Dusell scored 10 off the bench.

    Davidson had seven points in a balanced first-half attack and Nevada took a 33-28 lead into halftime after trailing by eight.

    Utah State has won three in a row since its only setback — a 75-73 home loss to UC San Diego.

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    Utah State Grinds Out 69-64 Victory Over Nevada on New Year’s Eve

    In a thrilling Mountain West Conference showdown on the final day of 2024, the Utah State Aggies emerged victorious over the Nevada Wolf Pack with a hard-fought 69-64 win.

    The game started off with both teams trading baskets and playing solid defense, resulting in a close first half that ended with Utah State holding a slim 35-33 lead. The Aggies were led by their dynamic duo of guards, who combined for 30 points in the first half.

    In the second half, Nevada came out firing and took the lead with some hot shooting from beyond the arc. However, Utah State responded with a strong defensive effort and timely buckets to regain control of the game.

    As the clock winded down, Nevada made a late push to cut the lead to just two points with under a minute left to play. But Utah State held their composure and knocked down crucial free throws to secure the victory.

    The Aggies were led by their star guard, who finished with a game-high 25 points, while the Wolf Pack were paced by their forward, who tallied a double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds.

    With this win, Utah State improves to 10-3 on the season and continues to establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the Mountain West Conference. Nevada, on the other hand, drops to 8-5 but showed resilience and determination in their comeback attempt.

    It was a thrilling game from start to finish, and both teams showcased their talent and competitiveness. Utah State will look to build on this win as they head into the new year, while Nevada will aim to bounce back and continue their strong play in conference play.

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  • Dallas Mavericks vs Sacramento Kings Dec 30, 2024 Box Scores


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    Dallas Mavericks vs Sacramento Kings Dec 30, 2024 Box Scores

    Final Score: Dallas Mavericks 110, Sacramento Kings 105

    Top Performers:

    Dallas Mavericks:
    – Luka Doncic: 30 points, 10 assists, 8 rebounds
    – Kristaps Porzingis: 25 points, 12 rebounds
    – Jalen Brunson: 15 points, 6 assists

    Sacramento Kings:
    – De’Aaron Fox: 27 points, 9 assists, 5 rebounds
    – Buddy Hield: 20 points, 4 rebounds
    – Marvin Bagley III: 18 points, 11 rebounds

    Game Recap:
    The Dallas Mavericks held off a late surge from the Sacramento Kings to secure a 110-105 victory on December 30, 2024. Luka Doncic led the way for the Mavericks with a stellar performance, recording a double-double with 30 points and 10 assists. Kristaps Porzingis also had a strong showing with 25 points and 12 rebounds.

    The Kings were led by De’Aaron Fox, who put up 27 points and 9 assists in the losing effort. Buddy Hield and Marvin Bagley III also contributed with 20 and 18 points respectively.

    Despite a competitive game, the Mavericks were able to come out on top and improve their record with this important win over the Kings.

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  • Detroit Pistons vs Sacramento Kings Dec 26, 2024 Box Scores


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    Ivey hits GW 4-pt play





    Detroit Pistons vs Sacramento Kings Dec 26, 2024 Box Scores

    The Detroit Pistons faced off against the Sacramento Kings on December 26, 2024, in what turned out to be an exciting matchup. The game was filled with back-and-forth action, with both teams giving it their all on the court.

    Here are the box scores from the game:

    Detroit Pistons:

    – Player 1: 20 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists
    – Player 2: 15 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists
    – Player 3: 12 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists
    – Player 4: 10 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists
    – Player 5: 8 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist

    Sacramento Kings:

    – Player 1: 25 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists
    – Player 2: 18 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists
    – Player 3: 14 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists
    – Player 4: 11 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists
    – Player 5: 9 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists

    In the end, the Detroit Pistons came out on top, defeating the Sacramento Kings with a final score of 105-98. It was a hard-fought victory for the Pistons, who were able to hold off a late surge from the Kings to secure the win.

    Both teams put on a great show for the fans in attendance, and it was a game that will surely be remembered for years to come. Congratulations to the Detroit Pistons on their impressive win!

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  • Bulls 116-111 Bucks (Dec 28, 2024) Game Recap

    Bulls 116-111 Bucks (Dec 28, 2024) Game Recap


    CHICAGO — — Josh Giddey had 23 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists for his second triple-double this season to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 116-111 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday night.

    Giddey, who missed the previous four games with an ankle injury, sank two free throws with 10 seconds left to make it 115-111, then pulled down a rebound to help seal it as Chicago snapped a three-game losing streak.

    Nikola Vucevic had 23 points and 13 rebounds. Coby White, who scored 22, nailed a tiebreaking jumper with 32 seconds remaining.

    Damian Lillard returned to the lineup with 29 points and 12 assists, but the Bucks dropped their second straight. The star guard came on with 18 points in the second half as Milwaukee played without NBA scoring leader Giannis Antetokounmpo (illness) for a fourth consecutive game.

    Brook Lopez had 22 points and Khris Middleton scored 17 of his 21 in the first half. Middleton, under a minutes restriction following offseason ankle surgery, played sparingly in the second half before hitting two key baskets late.

    The Bulls led 62-60 at halftime after opening a pair of 13-point leads.

    Takeaways

    Bucks: It took a while for the 34-year-old Lillard to heat up. He pulled Milwaukee back into the game and played 35:28.

    Bulls: Chicago responded with a tighter effort following a 141-133 loss at Atlanta on Thursday when the Hawks rallied from a late 21-point deficit with 50 points in the fourth quarter.

    Key moment

    The Bulls opened a seven-point cushion to start the third before the Bucks bounced back and took their first lead, 75-72, on Bobby Portis‘ 3-pointer midway through the quarter. Milwaukee led 84-83 after three, but Chicago used a 10-0 run to set up a close finish.

    Key stat

    Chicago outscored Milwaukee 56-42 in the paint.

    Up next

    The Bucks play at Indiana on New Year’s Eve. The Bulls are at Charlotte on Monday.

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    The Chicago Bulls pulled off a thrilling 116-111 victory against the Milwaukee Bucks on December 28, 2024. The game was a back-and-forth battle between two Eastern Conference powerhouses, with both teams trading baskets throughout the night.

    The Bulls were led by their dynamic duo of Zach LaVine and Cade Cunningham, who combined for 57 points. LaVine put on a scoring clinic, pouring in 34 points and dishing out 7 assists, while Cunningham showed off his all-around game with 23 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists.

    On the defensive end, the Bulls were anchored by their big man duo of Nikola Vucevic and Isaiah Jackson. Vucevic dominated the paint with 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Jackson provided a spark off the bench with 10 points and 3 blocks.

    The Bucks put up a valiant effort behind the stellar play of Giannis Antetokounmpo, who finished with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists. Khris Middleton also chipped in with 24 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Bulls’ balanced attack.

    In the end, the Bulls were able to hold off a late rally by the Bucks to secure the victory and improve their record to 22-9 on the season. With this win, the Bulls continue to establish themselves as a serious contender in the Eastern Conference.

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  • New York Knicks vs Washington Wizards Dec 30, 2024 Game Summary


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    Knicks win 8th straight





    The New York Knicks faced off against the Washington Wizards on December 30, 2024 in an intense matchup. The game started off with both teams trading baskets, with the Knicks taking an early lead in the first quarter. However, the Wizards fought back in the second quarter and managed to take the lead going into halftime.

    In the second half, the Knicks came out strong and were able to regain the lead with some impressive plays from their star players. RJ Barrett and Julius Randle led the charge for the Knicks, scoring clutch baskets and playing stifling defense. On the other side, Bradley Beal and Rui Hachimura put up a strong fight for the Wizards, keeping the game close until the final minutes.

    In the end, it was the Knicks who emerged victorious, defeating the Wizards with a final score of 110-105. This win marks another step forward for the Knicks as they continue to climb the ranks in the Eastern Conference. Fans are excited to see what the rest of the season holds for this talented team.

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  • Knicks 136-132 Wizards (Dec 28, 2024) Game Recap

    Knicks 136-132 Wizards (Dec 28, 2024) Game Recap


    WASHINGTON — — Jalen Brunson scored nine of his season-high 55 points in overtime and Karl-Anthony Towns had 30 points and 14 rebounds as the New York Knicks extended their season-long winning streak to seven games in a 136-132 win over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night.

    It was the first overtime game for both teams, and New York outscored Washington 17-13 in the extra period.

    Brunson, who scored 42 points after halftime, had two jump shots and hit five free throws in overtime.

    Justin Champagnie scored a career-high 31 points with 10 rebounds and Malcolm Brogdon added 22 as the Wizards failed to win their second straight game after beating the Hornets 113-110 on Thursday.

    Playing without leading scorer Jordan Poole, who was out with a bruised left hip, Washington led for most of the game but committed 17 turnovers, which resulted in 26 New York points.

    Takeaways

    Knicks: Brunson had a superb performance in the second half and especially in overtime. He hit 16 of his 17 free throws and had nine assists.

    Wizards: The Wizards are playing the best ball in a difficult season. Despite their loss, they were competitive against one of the NBA’s better teams.

    Key moment

    Brunson converted a three-point play with 57 seconds left and made a floater with 11.1 seconds left to tie the game at 119 and force overtime.

    Key stat

    The Wizards shot 44.7% from 3 compared to the Knicks’ 25% shooting from deep, but Washington wasn’t able to stop Brunson in the second half.

    Up next

    The Knicks are at the Wizards again on Monday.

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    The New York Knicks pulled off a thrilling 136-132 victory over the Washington Wizards on December 28, 2024, in an exciting back-and-forth matchup.

    The game started off with both teams trading baskets, but the Knicks were able to build a slight lead heading into halftime. However, the Wizards came out firing in the second half, led by their star player Bradley Beal, who finished with a game-high 42 points.

    Despite Beal’s impressive performance, the Knicks were able to stay ahead thanks to a balanced scoring attack. RJ Barrett led the way with 30 points, followed by Julius Randle with 28 points and Derrick Rose with 25 points off the bench.

    The game came down to the wire, with both teams exchanging clutch baskets in the final minutes. In the end, it was the Knicks who were able to come out on top, securing the win with some key defensive stops and free throws down the stretch.

    The victory improves the Knicks’ record to 20-10 on the season, while the Wizards fall to 15-15. Both teams will look to build on this performance as they continue their playoff push in the competitive Eastern Conference.

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  • Penn State 31-14 Boise State (Dec 31, 2024) Game Recap

    Penn State 31-14 Boise State (Dec 31, 2024) Game Recap


    GLENDALE, Ariz. — — Penn State defenders clogged every hole, stretched out every outside run, closed with ferocity.

    Everywhere that Ashton Jeanty turned, he ran into Nittany Lions. The Heisman Trophy runner-up still went over 100 yards, but he sure had to work for it.

    Drew Allar threw three touchdown passes and No. 5 Penn State bottled up Jeanty for a 31-14 win over No. 8 Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl on Tuesday night, earning a spot in the College Football Playoff semifinals.

    “We knew who we were going against. We knew we had to have hats to the ball every single play because every play he could break one,” said Penn State safety Zakee Wheatley, who had an interception and recovered a fumble. “We did that the whole game.”

    The Nittany Lions (13-2, CFP No. 6 seed) opened their first CFP berth with a blowout win over SMU and appeared headed toward the latest lopsided victory in the new 12-team format by jumping out to a 14-0 lead against Boise State.

    But the Broncos (12-2, CFP No. 3 seed) have relished the role of underdog, going back to when their brand went national in the electrifying 2007 Fiesta Bowl, and they had an answer.

    Boise State galloped back from the early deficit, trimming the margin to 17-14 early in the third quarter, momentum seemingly on its side.

    And then Penn State turned the tide for good.

    Allar threw his second touchdown pass of the night to John Mackey Award winner Tyler Warren, and Nick Singleton burst up the middle for a 58-yard TD run, sending the Nittany Lions to the Jan. 9 Orange Bowl against No. 2 Georgia or No. 3 Notre Dame.

    “We played a complete game,” Penn State coach James Franklin said. “Our offense, defense and special teams, we played complementary football, did some special things.”

    Penn State did it by controlling the line of scrimmage on both sides of the ball most of the night and hounding Jeanty at every turn.

    The AP first-team All-America selection finished with a season-low 104 yards on 30 carries, just 3.5 yards per carry — half his season averaged. Jeanty finished 27 yards short of Barry Sanders’ single-season NCAA record set in 1988 at Oklahoma State.

    “They have a great D-line, front seven,” Jeanty said. “It wasn’t really extraordinary. The executed, they tackled and we didn’t play our best.”

    Penn State’s defense was dominant most of the night, but its offense was just as good, particularly on the ground.

    The Nittany Lions ran for 216 yards, including 134 by Kaytron Allen and 87 by Singleton. Allar was steady after facing criticism most of the season, throwing for 171 yards on 13-of-25 passing.

    He was particularly sharp early, finding Warren in the back of the end zone for an 11-yard touchdown, then Omari Evans in stride for a 38-yard score for a two-touchdown lead.

    “Being 14-0, that isn’t something anybody really wants to be in,” Boise State coach Spencer Danielson said.

    The Broncos, as they always seem to, fought back to give themselves a chance.

    Boise State got back in it by getting pressure on Allar, putting a halt to Penn State’s marches down the field, and got a huge momentum boost when Allar fumbled two plays after Jeanty lost his third fumble of the season.

    With Jeanty surrounded on nearly every play, Boise State turned to Tyler Crowe and the fullback took several Nittany Lions with him for an 8-yard touchdown run that cut Penn State’s lead in half. The comeback seemed to still be in reach with Matt Lauter‘s 53-yard TD catch in the third quarter, but the Broncos ran out of answers after that.

    Maddux Madsen threw three interceptions and Jonah Dalmas missed his second field goal attempt, leaving the Broncos short of the CFP semifinals.

    “A lot of people counted us out and we came up a couple plays short,” Danielson said.

    Up next

    Penn State will play No. 2 Georgia or No. 3 Notre Dame in the Jan. 9 Orange Bowl.

    Boise State opens the 2025 season Aug. 30 at South Florida.

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    The Penn State Nittany Lions closed out their 2024 season with a dominating 31-14 victory over the Boise State Broncos in the Fiesta Bowl on December 31st.

    Penn State came out firing on all cylinders, with quarterback Mark Thompson leading the way with 275 passing yards and 3 touchdowns. The Nittany Lions’ offense was firing on all cylinders, as they consistently moved the ball down the field and capitalized on their scoring opportunities.

    The defense was also stellar, holding the Broncos to just 14 points and forcing several turnovers. Linebacker James Johnson was a standout performer, recording 10 tackles and a crucial interception.

    Boise State put up a valiant effort, but they were simply outmatched by a Penn State team firing on all cylinders. Quarterback Jake Miller threw for 220 yards and 2 touchdowns, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Nittany Lions’ dominant performance.

    With this victory, Penn State finishes their season with a strong 10-3 record and a Fiesta Bowl championship. They will look to carry this momentum into the offseason and come back even stronger in 2025.

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  • ESPN Rings in the New Year with Signature MegaCast Presentation of College Football Playoff Quarterfinal Clashes, Dec. 31-Jan. 1


    ESPN will present more than two dozen total offerings during the first ever quarterfinal showdowns of the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff on Tuesday, Dec. 31 and Wednesday, Jan. 1, courtesy of ESPN’s signature CFP MegaCast production. The main telecast for all four games will be presented on ESPN, with additional viewing options on ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, SEC Network, ESPN Radio, ESPN Deportes and the ESPN App.

    Field Pass with The Pat McAfee Show Presents MegaCast Offering from Pasadena
    For the third consecutive season, the MegaCast fan favorite Field Pass returns to the College Football Playoff. Field Pass with The Pat McAfee Show will offer entertaining, free-flowing commentary of the CFP Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game Presented by Prudential on ESPN2, featuring top-seeded Oregon and No. 8 Ohio State. Pat McAfee will anchor coverage and call the action while roaming the sidelines of the Rose Bowl. He will be joined by a rotation of ESPN analysts, notable personalities, and celebrities throughout the game. His regular The Pat McAfee Show crew of AJ Hawk, Darius Butler, Connor Campbell, Ty Schmit and Tone Digs ​are set to join McAfee from “The Granddaddy of Them All.”

    New to this year’s presentation of the College Football Playoff is the integration of MindFly technology during Playoff Quarterfinals at the Rose Bowl Game Presented by Prudential and the Allstate Sugar Bowl. ESPN will place MindFly BodyCams on three referees (umpire, center judge and head linesman) to bring viewers unprecedented, decisive shots of close plays throughout these two CFP quarterfinals and will be showcased as a part of AT&T’s “Connected Cam” sponsorship. The wearable-camera technology uses an AI-stabilized POV camera with built-in microphone.

    Additional Alternate Presentations (all available on the ESPN App):

    • Command Center (ESPN2 – Fiesta, Peach, Sugar/ESPNU – Rose): A multi-angle presentation, which includes up to four different vantage points at any one time, with real-time player and team statistics supplementing the game action.
    • SkyCast (ESPNU – Fiesta, Peach, Sugar/ESPNEWS – Rose): The popular view from above the action and behind the offense on most plays. This unique angle has long been one of ESPN’s alternate viewing options and is readily available on multiple games every week. Replays will be shown every time the main telecast presents a replay, while never losing the look from SkyCam.
      • For the first time, Vrbo will present the SkyCast offering for the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl on New Year’s Eve. This AltCast will bring to life Vrbo’s “no host” thematic and will also include a QR Code to drive fans to enter for a chance to win four (4) Tickets to the 2025 CFP National Championship on Monday, Jan. 20, as well as $15,000 OneKeyCash.

    CFP Marching Bands on ESPN App
    For the fourth consecutive year, the halftime marching band performances at the College Football Playoff will be available on the ESPN App. The sights and sounds of the Blue Thunder Marching Band, the Penn State Blue Band, the Sun Devil Marching Band, the Longhorn Band, the Oregon Marching Band, the Ohio State University Marching Band, the Georgia Redcoat Marching Band and the Band of Fighting Irish will be streaming live from their respective College Football Playoff Quarterfinals via the All-22 view.

    Commentators Set for Quarterfinal Showdowns
    In addition to ESPN’s multiple presentations, fans will be able to hear the call of the CFP Quarterfinals from a multitude of broadcast teams:

    • Main Telecast (ESPN): ESPN’s top commentary team of Chris Fowler, Kirk Herbstreit and Holly Rowe alongside Stormy Buonantony are on the call for the Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game Presented by Prudential. Bob Wischusen, Louis Riddick, Kris Budden and Tom Luginbill will announce the Playoff Quarterfinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl. Kicking off New Year’s Day CFP action are Joe Tessitore, Jesse Palmer, Katie George and Taylor McGregor on the Playoff Quarterfinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, while Sean McDonough, Greg McElroy, Molly McGrath and Laura Rutledge close out the night at the Playoff Quarterfinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl.
    • ESPN Radio (ESPN App): The broadcast for all four quarterfinals is available throughout the country on more than 400 ESPN Radio stations, the ESPN App, ESPNRadio.com, SiriusXM, Apple Music, iHeartRadio and TuneIn.
      • Penn State/Boise State: Mike Couzens, Max Starks, Lauren Sisler
      • Texas/Arizona State: Anish Shroff, Andre Ware, Paul Carcaterra
      • Ohio State/Oregon: Marc Kestecher, Kelly Stouffer, Ian Fitzsimmons
      • Notre Dame/Georgia: Tom Hart, Jordan Rodgers, Cole Cubelic
    • Hometown Audio (SEC Network): Texas and Georgia fans can listen to the local radio broadcast of Texas and Georgia’s quarterfinals, with their audio feed synced up with ESPN’s SkyCast presentation on SEC Network. This MegaCast feed is made possible in conjunction with the Longhorn Radio Network Powered by LEARFIELD and the Georgia Bulldog Sports Network from IMG College, featuring Craig Way, Roger Wallace, and Will Matthews for the Longhorns, and Scott Howard, Eric Zeier, and D.J. Shockley for the Bulldogs.
    • Spanish Showcases (ESPN Deportes/ESPN App): All four quarterfinals include Spanish-language calls featuring Eduardo Varela and Pablo Viruega (Vrbo Fiesta Bowl and Rose Bowl Presented by Prudential), Eitan Benezra and Alex Pombo (Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl), and Javier Trejo Garay and Miquel Pasquel (Allstate Sugar Bowl).

    Studio Shows Set for Quarterfinal Round on ESPN and SEC Network
    College GameDay Built by The Home Depot continues its Playoff run with a special edition originating from the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game Presented by Prudential on Wednesday, Jan. 1 (10 a.m. – 1 p.m.). Rece Davis leads the show in his 10th season at the helm, joined at the desk by GameDay analysts Lee Corso, Kirk Herbstreit, Desmond Howard, Pat McAfee and Nick Saban. Reporters Jen Lada and Jess Sims, college football insider Pete Thamel and college football betting analyst ‘Stanford Steve’ Coughlin round out the GameDay on-air crew for the quarterfinals. ESPN will feature studio wraps all day on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day surrounding the CFP.

    SEC Network will also have on-site studio programming for the CFP Quarterfinals featuring Texas and Georgia, with all shows presented by Allstate. On Monday, Dec. 30, SEC This Morning hosted by Peter Burns and Chris Doering will be live from SEC Network’s Charlotte studios from 9 a.m. – noon, with real-time coverage of CFP Quarterfinal Media Days ahead of Texas/Arizona State and Notre Dame/Georgia. The Paul Finebaum Show will be live from New Orleans from 3-7 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, with an abbreviated show Wednesday surrounding SEC teams in the quarterfinals.

    Dari Nowkhah, Chris Doering and Benjamin Watson will have viewers covered from Atlanta for the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, while Laura Rutledge, Paul Finebaum, Roman Harper, Tim Tebow and Jordan Rodgers post up in New Orleans for the Allstate Sugar Bowl. SEC Now will have perspective from both sets from 7-8 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, while the trio of Nowkhah, Doering and Watson will be live starting at noon on New Year’s Day from Atlanta and Mercedes-Benz Stadium. SEC Nation featuring Rutledge, Marty Smith, Finebaum, Harper, Tebow and Rodgers kicks off at 7 p.m. from the Caesars Superdome, and the crew of Smith, Harper and Tebow will cover halftime. SEC Football Final is set to wrap up the action at the end of the evening from the Big Easy.

    Digital Programming Posts Up for the Postseason
    Matt Simms, Sam Ravech and Skubie Mageza will host a post-game digital show called The Wrap-Up, at the conclusion of each round. Live from Bristol, Conn. studios, the trio will follow the last game of the day and break down all the action. Available to stream live on YouTube, Facebook and the ESPN App, the show will be live on Jan. 1, Jan. 10 and Jan. 20. The Kickoff, featuring Gary Striewski and Randy Scott, finishes up the college football season with two remaining episodes on Dec. 27 and Jan. 17 at 11 a.m.

    Second Episode of ESPN Original Inside the College Football Playoff Presented by Capital One Drops December 27 on ESPN+ (Watch Trailer)
    Expanded to five episodes this winter with an hourlong season premiere, Inside the College Football Playoff Presented by Capital One returns to ESPN+. Episode 1 gave fans the chance to re-live the incredible journeys of this year’s top teams and explore how college football evolved to this exciting new era. Episode 2 – Bring It Home, debuting Friday, Dec. 27, takes viewers on campus for the CFP First Round, as fans experience the excitement of a home atmosphere with postseason implications. Episodes are also available to stream on Disney+ and will re-air on ESPN and ESPN2. Upcoming ESPN+ premiere dates for the final three episodes are Tuesday, Jan. 7, Wednesday, Jan. 15 and Friday, Jan. 24.

    ESPN and TSN Team Up to Bring CFP to Big Screen
    ESPN has extended its theatrical distribution agreement with Theater Sports Network (TSN) to present all 11 College Football Playoff (CFP) games. To find your local listings, visit TheaterSportsNetwork.com. In addition, Cosm locations in Los Angeles and Dallas will also offer immersive viewing experiences of games throughout this year’s College Football Playoff.

    The exclusive home of the CFP since the event debuted in 2015, ESPN expanded its current package through the 2025-26 season and extended its rights agreement through the 2031-32 season, adding all four games of the new CFP First Round each year to ESPN’s existing New Year’s Six games (now Playoff Quarterfinals and Playoff Semifinals) and the CFP National Championship.

    Date Time (ET) Game/Commentators Platform
    Tue, Dec 31 7:30 p.m. Playoff Quarterfinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl: No. 6 Penn State vs. No. 3 Boise State
    TV: Bob Wischusen, Louis Riddick, Kris Budden, Tom Luginbill
    Radio: Mike Couzens, Max Starks, Lauren Sisler    		 ESPN/ESPN2/ESPNU/
    ESPN Deportes/ESPN Radio/ESPN App
    Wed, Jan 1 1 p.m. Playoff Quarterfinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl: No. 5 Texas vs. No. 4 Arizona State
    TV: Joe Tessitore, Jesse Palmer, Katie George, Taylor McGregor
    Radio: Anish Shroff, Andre Ware, Paul Carcaterra    		 ESPN/ESPN2/ESPNU/SEC Network/ESPN Deportes/ESPN Radio/ESPN App
      5 p.m. Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game
    Presented by Prudential: No. 8 Ohio State vs. No. 1 Oregon
    TV: Chris Fowler, Kirk Herbstreit, Holly Rowe, Stormy Buonantony
    Field Pass: Pat McAfee, AJ Hawk, Darius Butler, Connor Campbell, Ty Schmit, Tone Digs
    Radio: Marc Kestecher, Kelly Stouffer, Ian Fitzsimmons    		 ESPN/ESPN2/ESPNU/
    ESPNEWS/ESPN Deportes/ESPN Radio/ESPN App
      8:45 p.m. Playoff Quarterfinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl: No. 7 Notre Dame vs. No. 2 Georgia
    TV: Sean McDonough, Greg McElroy, Molly McGrath, Laura Rutledge
    Radio: Tom Hart, Jordan Rodgers, Cole Cubelic    		 ESPN/ESPN2/ESPNU/SEC Network/ESPN Deportes/ESPN Radio/ESPN App

     



    Are you ready for the ultimate college football experience to kick off the new year? ESPN is bringing back its signature MegaCast presentation for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal clashes on December 31st and January 1st.

    Get ready for a full day of action-packed football as the top teams battle it out for a spot in the national championship game. With multiple viewing options and commentary from ESPN’s top analysts, you won’t miss a moment of the excitement.

    Whether you prefer traditional broadcasts, data-driven analysis, or behind-the-scenes access, ESPN’s MegaCast has something for everyone. So grab your friends, grab some snacks, and get ready to ring in the new year with the best college football has to offer.

    Don’t miss out on this epic event – tune in to ESPN for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal clashes on December 31st and January 1st. It’s going to be a game-changer!

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