In Dublin, Ireland, college football fans are gearing up for an exciting season as various matchups are set to unfold, starting on August 23, 2025. The slate of games features numerous exciting matchups, including Kansas State taking on Iowa State, which will kick off the college football season on ESPN at 12 p.m. ET.
As we dive deeper into the season, many games of interest are scheduled. For fans of FCS teams, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) will face Nicholls at 1 p.m. ET, also on ESPN2. Later in the day, at 4:30 p.m. ET, Fresno State will take on Kansas on FOX, providing another great matchup for viewers.
Then, at 7 p.m. ET, UC Davis will compete against Mercer in Montgomery, Alabama—a game expected to draw attention amongst college football enthusiasts. This day will wrap up with Sam Houston facing Western Kentucky on CBS Sports Network at 7 p.m. ET.
In the following week, action continues with plenty more matchups including Boise State battling South Florida at 5:30 p.m. ET on ESPN, and significant games featuring Ohio at Rutgers and Jacksonville State at UCF at 7 p.m. ET across various networks.
The HBCU fans won’t be left out, as the MEAC/SWAC Challenge featuring North Carolina Central vs. Southern will take place at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC, showcasing some outstanding talent from historically Black colleges and universities.
This year is shaping up to be special with a mix of in-state rivalries, classic matchups, and exciting new events across different locations. Keep an eye on future dates as the schedule gets packed with thrilling football action leading up to the postseason. Mark your calendars, because college football is ready to deliver another season of entertainment that fans won’t want to miss!
