The SEC releases the Texas football schedule for 2025.
The Texas Longhorns football team is gearing up for an electrifying 2025 season, and the excitement begins with a blockbuster opening game. On August 30, the Longhorns will head north to face off against the Ohio State Buckeyes in what promises to be an intense clash of two powerhouse programs. Ohio State, consistently a national championship contender in recent years, enters the season ranked No. 6 in the College Football Playoff rankings, just behind Texas at No. 5. This matchup not only pits two top-tier teams against each other but also reignites a storied rivalry.
This highly anticipated game will mark the fourth meeting in history between Texas and Ohio State, with the Longhorns holding a 2-1 edge in the series. The last time these two teams met was back in 2009, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the encounter. Both teams boast strong traditions, passionate fanbases, and a shared desire to start their seasons on a high note. A victory here could set the tone for Texas’s campaign and solidify their standing among the nation’s elite.
Following the Ohio State showdown, the Longhorns will return home for a pair of games. On September 6, they will host San Jose State, a team eager to make its mark against a prestigious program like Texas. The following week, on September 13, the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) will visit Austin. Both games offer the Longhorns an opportunity to refine their gameplay and build momentum before diving into the heart of their schedule.
After their home stretch, Texas will enjoy a bye week, providing a crucial break before their next set of challenges. They’ll then host Sam Houston on September 27, rounding out their early-season home games. This will serve as the Longhorns’ final home game before embarking on a grueling month of away matchups against Southeastern Conference (SEC) opponents.
The Longhorns’ road trip kicks off on October 4 with a visit to Gainesville to take on the Florida Gators. This marks only the second time in history that Texas will travel to Gainesville, making it a notable moment in the program’s schedule. Florida, known for its passionate fanbase and competitive football tradition, will undoubtedly pose a significant challenge.
Next up is one of the most iconic fixtures in college football: the Red River Rivalry. On October 11, Texas will face off against the Oklahoma Sooners at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas. Last season, the Longhorns dominated the Sooners with an emphatic 34-3 victory, securing the coveted Golden Hat trophy. This year, Texas will aim to repeat that success and continue their dominance over their bitter rivals.
Continuing their month-long road stretch, the Longhorns will travel to Lexington, Kentucky, for their first-ever matchup in that city on October 18. This historic game against Kentucky is an exciting addition to the schedule, offering fans a rare opportunity to see Texas compete in a new setting. The road trip concludes on October 25 with a visit to Starkville to face Mississippi State, another challenging SEC opponent.
Returning home on November 1, the Longhorns will welcome Vanderbilt to Austin. This will be only the second time in history that Vanderbilt has played in Austin, with the first meeting dating back to 1903. After this matchup, Texas will benefit from a second bye week, allowing the team to regroup and prepare for the season’s critical final stretch.
The Longhorns’ final away game of the 2025 season is set for November 15, when they travel to Athens, Georgia, to face the Georgia Bulldogs. This will be Texas’s inaugural visit to Athens, adding another chapter to their expanding SEC experience. The Bulldogs, known for their powerhouse program, will provide a formidable challenge as Texas aims to cap off their road schedule with a strong performance.
The regular season will conclude with two highly anticipated home games. On November 22, the Longhorns will face the Arkansas Razorbacks in what promises to be a hard-fought battle. This game rekindles a classic rivalry that has deep roots in college football history.
Finally, the season finale on November 29 will bring back one of the most beloved rivalries in Texas football history: the Longhorns versus the Texas A&M Aggies. This Thanksgiving weekend matchup will be held in Austin, marking a triumphant return of the storied rivalry that fans have long awaited. The intense competition and passionate atmosphere surrounding this game make it a fitting conclusion to the regular season.
Fans eager to follow the Longhorns’ journey will have to wait until next year for details on kickoff times and streaming options. However, the excitement surrounding the 2025 schedule is already palpable, with a mix of historic rivalries, new challenges, and opportunities to solidify Texas’s status as a national powerhouse.
### Full 2025 Schedule:
– **August 30** – at Ohio State
– **September 6** – San Jose State
– **September 13** – UTEP
– **September 20** – Bye Week
– **September 27** – Sam Houston
– **October 4** – at Florida
– **October 11** – vs. Oklahoma (Cotton Bowl, Dallas)
– **October 18** – at Kentucky
– **October 25** – at Mississippi State
– **November 1** – Vanderbilt
– **November 8** – Bye Week
– **November 15** – at Georgia
– **November 22** – Arkansas
– **November 29** – Texas A&M (Thanksgiving Weekend)
