What is college football, and do they play it

College football is a form of American football played by teams of student-athletes from universities and colleges across the United States. It is governed by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), which oversees the rules, regulations, and championships for college sports. College football typically features a regular season that spans from late summer to early winter, culminating in various bowl games and a playoff system to determine the national champion, particularly in the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS), which is the highest level of college football in the NCAA. The sport is immensely popular in the U.S., with teams often having large fan bases and rivalries. Teams compete in conferences, with notable ones including the Southeastern Conference (SEC), Big Ten Conference, Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), and more. The games are played in various venues, including university stadiums, and the atmosphere is often vibrant, with traditions, marching bands, and enthusiastic crowds. College football is played during the fall months—typically from late August or early September through December, with bowl games occurring in December and January.