The much-awaited New Year's Six bowl games are just around the corner, and the latest predictions and odds have been unveiled. With the College Football Playoff on the horizon, fans are in for some thrilling matchups in the final season of the current format. However, anticipation is building as the 12-team playoff is set to debut next year.

Let's take a closer look at the predictions and odds for each of the New Year's Six bowl games:

Cotton Bowl: No. 9 Missouri vs. No. 7 Ohio State
Date: December 29
Channel: ESPN/ Fubo TV
Spread: Ohio State (-2.5)
FPI Prediction: Ohio State with a 75.5% chance of winning

In the Cotton Bowl matchup, Ohio State emerges as the significant favorite, according to ESPN. With Kyle McCord's departure to the transfer portal, Devin Brown will now face the formidable defense of Missouri. However, Las Vegas suggests that this game might be closer than ESPN anticipates.

Peach Bowl: No. 11 Ole Miss vs. No. 10 Penn State
Date: December 30
Channel: ESPN/ Fubo TV
Spread: Penn State (-4.5)
FPI Prediction: Penn State with a 72.2% chance of winning

The Peach Bowl promises to be an exciting contest, perhaps the highlight outside of the College Football Playoff. Both teams have seen limited changes in their rosters compared to others. With a victory in this match, either Ole Miss or Penn State could gain significant momentum heading into the 2024 season.

Orange Bowl: No. 6 Georgia vs. No. 5 Florida State
Date: December 30
Channel: ESPN/ Fubo TV
Spread: Georgia (-17.5)
FPI Prediction: Georgia with a 61.2% chance of winning

The Orange Bowl matchup between Georgia and Florida State would have been a de facto playoff game if not for multiple opt-outs. Despite Georgia's sizable point spread, the FPI suggests the game might be closer than expected.

Fiesta Bowl: No. 23 Liberty vs. No. 8 Oregon
Date: January 1, 2024
Channel: ESPN/ Fubo TV
Spread: Oregon (-17)
FPI Prediction: Oregon with an 89.9% chance of winning

In the Fiesta Bowl clash, Oregon enters as a substantial favorite according to both the point spread and FPI. However, Liberty, with its undefeated record, may surprise some and present a challenge for the Ducks.

College Football Playoff Semifinal: Rose Bowl - No. 4 Alabama vs. No. 1 Michigan
Date: January 1, 2024
Channel: ESPN/ Fubo TV
Spread: Michigan (-1.5)
FPI Prediction: Michigan with a 55.5% chance of winning

The Rose Bowl serves as the venue for the much-anticipated College Football Playoff Semifinal between Alabama and Michigan. With a narrow point spread, this game is expected to be closely contested. Michigan's impressive performance this season has made them seem like a team of destiny, but Alabama remains a formidable opponent, making this semifinal a potential instant classic.

College Football Playoff Semifinal: Sugar Bowl - No. 3 Texas vs. No. 2 Washington
Date: January 1, 2024
Channel: ESPN/ Fubo TV
Spread: Texas (-4.5)
FPI Prediction: Texas with a 69% chance of winning

The Sugar Bowl features an exciting matchup between Texas and Washington. Texas is the popular pick among many, thanks to their strong finish to the season under coach Steve Sarkisian. However, Washington, led by quarterback Michael Penix Jr., should not be underestimated, as they too possess considerable talent.

As fans eagerly await these highly-anticipated bowl games, the predictions and odds set the stage for what promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the college football season. So, sit back, relax, and prepare to witness some of the best teams of the year in action as we enter into a new year.