The Outback Bowl is an annual college football bowl game played in Tampa, Florida. It is one of the oldest bowl games in the country, dating back to 1986. The game is played between teams from the Southeastern Conference (SEC) and the Big Ten Conference. The 2025 Outback Bowl will be the 35th edition of the game.
The Outback Bowl is an important game for both the SEC and the Big Ten. It is a chance for teams from both conferences to play in a prestigious bowl game and to earn a spot in the College Football Playoff. The game is also a major economic driver for the Tampa Bay area, generating millions of dollars in revenue each year.