Michigan Football Releases 2025 Schedule Featuring Marquee Matchups and New Big Ten Challenges
Ann Arbor, MI – May 16, 2025 — The University of Michigan football program officially released its full 2025 schedule today, revealing a mix of traditional rivalries, fresh conference matchups, and an ambitious non-conference slate. The Wolverines, fresh off a strong 2024 campaign, will look to make another push for Big Ten and College Football Playoff contention with a schedule that blends high-stakes road trips and key home-field battles.
Early Season Highlights
Michigan will kick off its 2025 season at home in the Big House on August 30 against New Mexico. The opener offers a chance for the Wolverines to fine-tune their game before ramping up competition. On September 6, Michigan will welcome Texas Tech to Ann Arbor in a highly anticipated non-conference clash. The Red Raiders, known for their explosive offense, are expected to test Michigan’s defense early.
In Week 3, Michigan will wrap up its non-conference slate with a road trip to Virginia on September 13. It marks the Wolverines’ first trip to Charlottesville since 1995, adding a nostalgic twist to the early-season schedule.
Big Ten Gets Bigger
The Big Ten Conference’s new era begins in full swing in 2025, with the addition of USC, UCLA, Oregon, and Washington now deeply integrated into the conference rotation. Michigan’s conference schedule reflects the expanded competition.
The Wolverines will open Big Ten play on September 20 at home against Illinois. After a bye week, Michigan hits the road for two consecutive road games—first against Wisconsin on October 4 and then a potentially high-stakes showdown at USC on October 11. The trip to Los Angeles will be Michigan’s first since the Trojans joined the Big Ten, and early projections suggest it could carry major implications for the conference title race.
Michigan returns home on October 18 to host Michigan State in their annual rivalry game. With both teams usually in the mix for division and national contention, this matchup remains a highlight regardless of the season.
November Challenges and Rivalry Finale
November shapes up to be a defining month. On November 1, Michigan will travel to Eugene to face the Oregon Ducks in another historic Big Ten crossover game. Autzen Stadium is one of the loudest venues in college football, and the Wolverines will need to be sharp.
The final stretch includes a home matchup against Iowa on November 8, a road game at Indiana on November 15, and a senior day game at home against Maryland on November 22.
As always, the regular season concludes with The Game—Michigan vs. Ohio State—on November 29 in Columbus. With the playoff field expanded and both programs perennially ranked, the stakes for this rivalry have never been higher.
Playoff Implications
With the College Football Playoff now featuring a 12-team format, strength of schedule and quality wins are more critical than ever. Michigan’s 2025 schedule is loaded with potential resume-building opportunities. Matchups with USC, Oregon, and Ohio State could determine not just Big Ten supremacy, but who makes the cut for a national title run.
Head coach Sherrone Moore expressed optimism after the schedule release: “We’re excited about the opportunities ahead. Our guys are motivated, and we’re ready to compete on the biggest stages.”
Fans can expect another thrilling ride as the maize and blue chase history in a new-look college football landscape.
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