he 2025 Habersham News College Football Playoff Pick ’Em Contest came down to the very last game.
This year’s contest featured 44 contestants who tested their college football knowledge by predicting the outcomes of seven bowl games throughout the College Football Playoff.
As the tournament progressed, the leaderboard tightened, and by championship night, only two contestants remained in contention: Luke Atwood and Shane Hunt.
Championship Game Decides It All
The National Championship matchup ended with Indiana defeating Miami 27–21, a close finish that perfectly reflected how tight the Pick ’Em contest had become.
Luke and Shane both entered the final game tied in the standings. Luke needed Indiana to win to win the contest, and the Hoosiers did.
Not only did Luke Atwood finish with 7 correct picks, he also nailed the exact final score of the championship game, securing the win outright.
A Perfect Finish
Luke’s precise prediction gave him a clean victory and earned him the $25 prize from Habersham News.
Congratulations to Luke Atwood, the official winner of the 2025 Habersham News CFP Pick ’Em Contest!
Thank You to Our Community
Habersham News would like to sincerely thank all 44 contestants who took part in this year’s contest. The strong participation, friendly competition, and community spirit are what make these challenges so much fun to host.
Whether you finished at the top of the leaderboard or just enjoyed playing along, we appreciate every entry.
What’s Next?
The competition isn’t over for long.
Fans should be on the lookout for the next contest:
🏀 2026 Habersham News March Madness Pick ’Em Challenge
Another chance to test your sports knowledge, compete with friends, and win bragging rights — and prizes — is right around the corner.
Until then, congratulations again to Luke Atwood, and thank you, Habersham County, for making the 2025 Pick ’Em contest a success!
