Bowl season is here, and if you're still doom-scrolling through X (formerly Twitter) for college football takes, you're missing out. Bluesky has become the go-to platform for CFB fans who want real conversation, chronological feeds, and a community that actually cares about the games - not engagement bait and algorithmic chaos.
Whether you're following the College Football Playoff, watching today's bowl games, or just want to find your fellow fans, this guide will show you how to make Bluesky your home for CFB discussion - and why it's better than the alternatives.
Why Bluesky is Better for College Football Than X or Threads
Sports fans have been fleeing X in droves, and for good reason. Here's why Bluesky is the superior platform for following college football:
1. Chronological Feeds Mean You Don't Miss the Action
On X, the algorithm decides what you see and when. During a live game, that means you might see a touchdown reaction 20 minutes after it happened, buried under promoted posts and "relevant" content from accounts you don't follow. On Bluesky, your timeline is chronological by default - when something happens, you see it in real time.
2. Custom Feeds for CFB Content
Bluesky's killer feature is custom feeds - algorithmic timelines created by users. There are feeds dedicated specifically to college football content, so you can have a dedicated CFB timeline alongside your main feed. No more missing game threads because the algorithm buried them.
3. No Pay-to-Play Visibility
On X, paying for verification affects how your posts are distributed. Blue check subscribers get priority in replies and search. On Bluesky, everyone's posts have equal visibility. Your hot take about the refs gets the same treatment whether you're paying $8/month or not.
4. Less Toxicity, More Actual Discussion
CFB Twitter became notorious for toxic fan bases, bot accounts, and endless flame wars. Bluesky's smaller (but rapidly growing) community tends toward actual football discussion. The moderation tools are better, and the culture favors conversation over dunking.
5. Sports Journalists Are Moving Over
Many sports journalists and CFB analysts have established presences on Bluesky. As more media members migrate, Bluesky is becoming where the real insider conversation happens.
6. Threads Just Isn't Built for Live Sports
Meta's Threads still doesn't have a chronological feed option, hashtag search is limited, and the platform is designed more for Instagram-style engagement than live event discussion. For real-time sports, Threads simply doesn't compete.
2025-26 Bowl Season Schedule: Key Games to Follow
Here's what's happening in bowl season that you'll want to follow on Bluesky:
Today's Games - December 26
- GameAbove Sports Bowl: Central Michigan vs. Northwestern - 1:00 PM ET (ESPN)
- Rate Bowl: New Mexico vs. Minnesota - 4:30 PM ET (ESPN)
- SERVPRO First Responder Bowl: FIU vs. UTSA - 8:00 PM ET (ESPN)
December 27
- Military Bowl: Pitt vs. East Carolina - 11:00 AM ET (ESPN)
- Pinstripe Bowl: Penn State vs. Clemson - 12:00 PM ET (ABC)
- Fenway Bowl: UConn vs. Army - 2:15 PM ET (ESPN)
- Pop-Tarts Bowl: #12 BYU vs. #22 Georgia Tech - 3:30 PM ET (ABC)
CFB Playoff Quarterfinals - December 31 & January 1
- Rose Bowl: #1 Indiana vs. Alabama
- Cotton Bowl: #2 Ohio State vs. Miami
- Sugar Bowl: #3 Georgia vs. Ole Miss
- Orange Bowl: #4 Texas Tech vs. Oregon
CFB Playoff Semifinals - January 8-9
Fiesta Bowl and Peach Bowl host the semifinal matchups.
National Championship - January 19, 2026
Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida
Essential CFB Hashtags on Bluesky
To join the college football conversation on Bluesky, use these hashtags:
General CFB Hashtags
- #CFB - The main college football hashtag
- #CollegeFootball - Broader college football discussion
- #CFBPlayoff - Playoff-specific content
- #BowlSeason - Bowl game coverage
- #CollegeGameDay - Saturday game day content
Conference Hashtags
- #SEC - Southeastern Conference
- #BigTen - Big Ten Conference
- #ACC - Atlantic Coast Conference
- #Big12 - Big 12 Conference
- #Pac12 - Pac-12 Conference
Game-Specific Tips
For individual games, combine:
- The bowl name (e.g., #RoseBowl, #SugarBowl)
- Team hashtags (e.g., #RollTide, #GoDawgs, #GoBlue)
- The general #CFB tag for maximum reach
Check what's trending on Bluesky right now to see which CFB hashtags are hot during games.
Accounts to Follow for College Football on Bluesky
Official Accounts
- @cfbplayoff.bsky.social - The official College Football Playoff account
Finding More CFB Accounts
The best way to build your CFB follow list on Bluesky:
- Use Starter Packs - Search for "College Football" starter packs. These are curated lists of CFB accounts you can follow with one click.
- Search Hashtags - Browse #CFB and #CollegeFootball to find active accounts posting quality content.
- Follow the Conversation - During games, see who's posting the best takes and follow them.
- Check Who Journalists Follow - Sports journalists often follow other good CFB accounts.
How to Set Up Bluesky for Bowl Season
Get your Bluesky ready for optimal CFB viewing:
Step 1: Create Custom Feed Lists
Pin a CFB-focused custom feed to your home screen. Search for existing college football feeds or create your own based on hashtags and accounts you follow.
Step 2: Set Up Keyword Alerts
Use Skyscraper's Bluesky Tools to get notified when people are discussing your team, specific games, or CFB news. Never miss when your team is trending.
Step 3: Follow a Starter Pack
Find a college football starter pack and follow it to instantly populate your timeline with CFB content.
Step 4: Use a Good Client
For the best experience following live games, use a client that supports real-time updates. Skyscraper for iOS shows trending hashtags right in the app, so you can see what's popping off during games.
Tips for Growing Your CFB Following on Bluesky
Want to become a voice in the Bluesky CFB community? Here's how:
Post During Games
Live game threads are where followings are built. Post your reactions, analysis, and takes during the action. Use relevant hashtags so people searching can find you.
Bring Actual Analysis
Hot takes are fun, but analysis gets follows. Break down plays, explain schemes, provide context. The CFB community on Bluesky rewards substance.
Engage, Don't Just Broadcast
Reply to other people's posts. Quote-post with your own take. Have actual conversations. Bluesky's culture rewards engagement over one-way broadcasting.
Be Consistent
Post regularly throughout the season, not just during big games. Build relationships with other CFB accounts during the week.
Create a Starter Pack
If you've built a good follow list, create a starter pack for other fans of your team or conference. This establishes you as a community builder.
The Future of Sports on Bluesky
College football is just the beginning. As more fans and media members discover Bluesky's advantages for live sports:
- Expect more official accounts - Teams, conferences, and media outlets will establish presences
- Better custom feeds - More sophisticated CFB-specific algorithmic feeds
- Community growth - The CFB community will grow as bowl season and the playoff drive interest
- Real-time features - Bluesky is actively developing features that will make live event coverage even better
Make the Switch This Bowl Season
If you've been hesitant to try Bluesky for sports, bowl season is the perfect time to make the switch. The community is active, the conversation is better, and you won't have to fight an algorithm to see what's happening in the games.
Here's your quick start:
- Create a Bluesky account if you haven't already
- Download Skyscraper for iOS for the best experience with trending hashtags
- Follow @cfbplayoff.bsky.social and search for CFB starter packs
- Start posting with #CFB and your team's hashtags
- Set up Bluesky tools for your team
See you in the game threads. Go Blue Sky! 🏈
Questions about following college football on Bluesky? Reach out at contact@getskyscraper.com.