bowl games
New Year's gridiron
Bowl games are postseason college football games in the United States, traditionally played in late December and January.
The name comes from stadium shape—the Rose Bowl in Pasadena established the pattern.
Dozens now exist, from prestigious playoff games to minor matchups between middling teams: They're hoping for a bowl game invitation this year.
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