The College Football Playoff ticket market has taken a noticeable step back after the quarterfinal round on Dec. 31 and Jan. 1. With today marking Jan. 2, both semifinal games have seen clear price softening—good news for fans who waited to buy, and a familiar pattern when several of the sport’s biggest “brand” programs are no longer driving national demand.
The biggest mover has been the Fiesta Bowl, where Miami vs. Ole Miss is now down about 20% from 12/31 to 1/2. The Peach Bowl matchup between Indiana and Oregon has fallen about 12% over the same window. As the market resets, the “get-in” landscape in both stadiums shows plenty of entry points—especially for shoppers comfortable with upper tiers, standing areas, or corner/end-zone locations.
On the storyline side, there’s a genuine bright spot for neutral fans: the remaining bracket sets up a novel champion angle no matter how it plays out. Miami’s last national title came in 2001, Oregon has come up short in prior title shots (including the first CFP title game in 2015 and the 2011 BCS Championship), Indiana is chasing a breakthrough championship, and Ole Miss’ three claimed titles (1959, 1960, 1962) come from the pre-modern era when championships were largely decided by polls and consensus rather than a true playoff. In other words: fresh stakes, and a market that’s suddenly more buyer-friendly.
All prices below reflect average asking prices at the time of the data pull and can change quickly as kickoff approaches.
| Game | Date | Venue | Avg. Price | Change vs. 12/19 |
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| Fiesta Bowl (CFP Semifinal) | Jan 8, 2026 | State Farm Stadium (Glendale, AZ) | $642 | -16% | Shop |
| Peach Bowl (CFP Semifinal) | Jan 9, 2026 | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta, GA) | $648 | -17% | Shop |
| CFP National Championship | Jan 19, 2026 | Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens, FL) | $5,512 | -7% | Shop |
Vrbo Fiesta Bowl: Ole Miss vs. Miami (Jan. 8) — The Biggest Post-Quarterfinal Drop
The Fiesta Bowl is the clearest example of the market “exhaling” after the quarterfinals. The average asking price slid from $799 (12/31) to $642 (1/2)—roughly a 20% drop in just a couple days.
Fiesta Bowl get-in snapshot (by stadium area): Current entry pricing starts around $171+ in the Terrace level, with typical tier starting points around Lower $322+, Middle $453+, Ring of Honor $487+, and Loft Suites $1,125+. Your listing sample also suggests a “middle-of-market” cluster around the low $600s (many lower-bowl options around $591–$610), while premium inventory climbs into the $2,500+ range and can stretch well beyond $10,000 for elite locations.
On the field, ESPN notes Miami’s trench dominance as a defining theme after knocking out Ohio State, while Ole Miss’ offense didn’t miss a beat in the post–Lane Kiffin transition, producing a big-yardage win over Georgia. Ticket takeaway: when you see a rapid reset like this, the best values often appear in that broad “good seat, not premium” band—lower corners, uppers near midfield, and mid-tier sightlines that get discounted as sellers compete.
Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl: Indiana vs. Oregon (Jan. 9) — A Buyer-Friendly Get-In for a CFP Semifinal
The Peach Bowl has also softened meaningfully, dipping from $742 (12/31) to $648 (1/2) (about a 12–13% drop). The bigger shopping headline: the get-in level is extremely approachable for a CFP semifinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Peach Bowl get-in snapshot (by stadium area): Standing Room Only starts around $168+, with many upper-level options appearing in the low-to-mid $200s. The stadium-wide starting points by tier show a wide menu for shoppers: Lower Level $376+, Mezzanine $382+, Upper Level $405+, 300 Level Club $350+, Club $726+, and Suites $1,769+ (with additional lounge-style options visible around $208+). Your sample indicates “median-ish” pricing commonly landing around $460–$500, while premium club/suite inventory extends into the $2,000–$5,000+ range.
ESPN’s matchup lens highlights Indiana’s complete performance in its win over Alabama, while Oregon advanced behind a turnover-forcing defense that stifled Texas Tech. Ticket takeaway: with a low get-in and a lot of tier variety, the Peach Bowl often rewards flexibility—if you’re open to corners/end zones or upper midfield, you can frequently “trade up” without paying premium pricing.
CFP National Championship: Stable Now, But Expect a Reprice When the Matchup Is Set
Compared to the semifinals, the CFP National Championship market has been relatively steady in the most recent window: $5,529 (12/31) to $5,512 (1/2). It’s down about 7% compared with 12/19, but the real movement typically comes after the finalists are known—when fanbase travel plans, demand surges, and inventory strategy reset the entire board.
Bottom line: If your goal is a semifinal experience, the post-quarterfinal dip is exactly the kind of moment that creates legitimate last-minute value—especially with sub-$200 get-in options visible in both markets. If you’re targeting the title game, keep your eye on what happens after Jan. 8–9; that’s when the championship market usually re-prices quickly based on who advances.