2025 Penn State Football Schedule Unveiled: A Season of High-Stakes Matchups
The Penn State Nittany Lions have officially released their 2025 football schedule, setting the stage for a season filled with compelling matchups and significant challenges. Coming off a 13โ3 season that included a Big Ten Championship appearance and a College Football Playoff berth, the Nittany Lions aim to build on their recent success under head coach James Franklin.
Non-Conference Slate:
Penn State opens the season with three consecutive non-conference home games at Beaver Stadium:
August 30: vs. Nevada
September 6: vs. Florida International (FIU)
September 13: vs. Villanova
These games provide an opportunity for the Nittany Lions to fine-tune their strategies before entering the rigorous Big Ten schedule.
Big Ten Challenges:
The conference schedule kicks off with a marquee matchup:
September 27: vs. Oregon
This game marks Oregon’s first visit to Beaver Stadium since 1964 and is anticipated to be the annual “White Out” game, known for its electrifying atmosphere.
Other notable Big Ten games include:
October 4: at UCLA
October 11: vs. Northwestern
October 18: at Iowa
November 1: at Ohio State
November 8: vs. Indiana
November 15: at Michigan State
November 22: vs. Nebraska
November 29: at Rutgers
The schedule presents a balanced mix of home and away games, with significant tests on the road against traditional powerhouses like Ohio State and emerging contenders like UCLA.
With a blend of seasoned veterans and promising talent, Penn State is poised to navigate this challenging schedule in pursuit of another Big Ten title an
