Have you been counting the days? I know I have. Big kickoff energy, new teams, crazy games ahead college football’s kind of like the movie you wait all summer for. So, when exactly does it start in 2022, and how many days until that moment?
Start Date for College Football 2022
- The 2022 NCAA Division I FIBS regular season started on Saturday, August 27, 2022.
- The regular season then ran through December 10, 2022.
- Postseason games (bowl games etc.) kicked off December 16, 2022 and concluded with the National Championship on January 9, 2023.
How Many Days Was That From Now? (As of [today])
Since today is September 16, 2025 (just to be clear), the 2022 season has already passed by several years. So counting down to it now would be like counting days since it started.
- From today till August 27, 2022: that’s in the past by about 1,128 days.
- From today till December 10, 2022 (end of regular season): also in past (further back) by around 1,035 days.
- From today till the National Championship (Jan 9, 2023): past by around 1,008 days.
So if you were wondering how many days until in a present tense, for 2022 it’s zero because it’s long gone. But if you’d like how many days since I can calculate precisely for your timezone.
What Many Competitor Clocks Miss (My Improvements)
To make your article better than others (or yours more useful), here are gaps I saw and how to fill them:
| Gap | Why It Matters | What to Include |
| Since vs until distinction | Many clocks still use “until” even after the date passes. That’s confusing. | Use conditional like days until before the start date, then switch to days after. |
| Time zones | Start date/time depends on time zones. If you’re reading in Pakistan, US-ET date might translate differently. | Mention the kickoff time in major time zones (ET, your local zone) or specify date in UTC. |
| Countdown accuracy | Some clocks are off by one because of DST or leap years. | Use a reliable library or server-time based maths, adjust for local timezone & daylight savings. |
| Reminder of postseason / important dates | Fans don’t just want the start date; they want bowl games, playoffs, championship dates. | Add key dates after regular season, like bowl begin/end, championship game. |
| Historical context | What was special about 2022 helps readers care more. |
Add who won, any rule changes, memorable games. |
Example Mini-Story
Here’s a little story:
I remember waiting for August 27, 2022 made plans to watch the opening games with friends. I was checking that “days until” clock every morning. Then, once it passed, I didn’t see days since anywhere. It felt weird like something was missing. That’s when I realised a countdown should flip once the event is past. It makes it feel more alive.
FAQ
If the season started August 27, why do some games happen before that date?
Good catch. That’s Week Zero.Only a few teams play in Week Zero (early games). The majority of teams begin the first full week after.
How long is the regular college football season?
In 2022, the regular season went from August 27 to December 10 so about 15 full weeks (including bye weeks). Then postseason games (bowls + playoffs) go beyond that.
Who won the 2022 national championship?
Georgia Bulldogs. They beat CUT in the championship game.
Can I see upcoming games or schedules for certain teams?
Yes sites like Schedules, NCAA official site, ESPN all give team-by-team schedules. I can pull one for your team if you like.
Conclusion
So bottom line: since today (Sep 16, 2025), the 2022 season is over. There are zero days until its history now. But understanding when it began, how long it lasted, and what the key dates were gives you a full picture (which many simple countdown clocks don’t provide).
