Texas does not play today. The Longhorns are on the week after a Week 5 bye. The next game is Oklahoma on Saturday, October 4, 2025.
Is Texas football playing a game today? No. The team last played September 20 against Louisiana-Monroe.
Current Week Status and Bye Week Impact
Week 5 of the 2025 season was a bye for Texas. The break follows four straight games. Rest and injury recovery precede a rivalry stretch.
The bye ends a non-conference and early SEC slate. Momentum from three wins is preserved for the Red River matchup.
Next Game Date, Opponent and Location
Next game is Texas vs Oklahoma. Date is October 4, 2025. Kickoff is 12:00 PM CT at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas.
The game is the Red River Showdown. It is a non-conference rivalry played in Dallas. ABC will broadcast nationally.
2025 Texas Longhorns College Football Schedule Overview
The 2025 schedule mixes SEC conference games with non-conference opponents. Home games are at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin.
| Week | Date | Opponent | Site | Result / Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 30 | at Ohio State | Columbus, OH | L 24-42 |
| 2 | Sep 6 | San Jose State | Austin, TX | W 52-10 |
| 3 | Sep 13 | at Florida | Gainesville, FL | W 31-15 |
| 4 | Sep 20 | Louisiana-Monroe | Austin, TX | W 49-0 |
| 5 | Sep 27 | BYE | – | Bye Week |
| 6 | Oct 4 | vs Oklahoma | Dallas, TX | 12:00 PM CT, ABC |
| 7 | Oct 11 | at Georgia | Athens, GA | TBD |
| 8 | Oct 18 | Mississippi State | Austin, TX | TBD |
| 9 | Oct 25 | at Kentucky | Lexington, KY | TBD |
| 10 | Nov 1 | Vanderbilt | Austin, TX | TBD |
| 11 | Nov 8 | at Arkansas | Fayetteville, AR | TBD |
| 12 | Nov 15 | Texas A&M | Austin, TX | TBD |
Home vs Away Games at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium
Home games in Austin include San Jose State, Louisiana-Monroe, Mississippi State, Vanderbilt and Texas A&M. Away games include Ohio State, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky and Arkansas.
Neutral site games include Oklahoma at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas.
SEC Conference Matchups and Non-Conference Opponents
SEC opponents are Florida, Mississippi State, Kentucky, Vanderbilt, Arkansas and Texas A&M. Non-conference opponents are Ohio State, San Jose State, Louisiana-Monroe and Oklahoma.
Week 5 Bye Week and Schedule Change Tracker
Week 5 bye is confirmed for Texas Longhorns. The bye was scheduled before the season.
No schedule changes have been announced. The Oklahoma game remains October 4.
Football Schedule for Longhorns Next Game After Week 5 Bye
The first game after the bye is Oklahoma. The rivalry game follows the rest week. Kickoff is noon CT on ABC.
Next Game After Bye: Texas vs Oklahoma
Red River Rivalry is October 4, 2025. Location is Cotton Bowl, Dallas. Kickoff time is 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET.
TV channel is ABC. Streaming is available via ESPN app with cable login.
History and stakes are high. The series is one of college football’s oldest rivalries. A win impacts SEC positioning and recruiting.
How to Watch Texas Longhorns Football
TV broadcast networks include ABC, ESPN, SEC Network. Streaming options include ESPN+, ESPN app and Fubo.
Kickoff times are listed in CT and ET on the official schedule. Live scores are updated in real time on ESPN and the Texas Athletics site.
FAQ
Does Texas play today? No. Texas is coming off a bye week and plays Oklahoma on October 4.
When is Texas Longhorns next game? Saturday, October 4, 2025 vs Oklahoma in Dallas.
What week is Texas bye week? Week 5, September 27, 2025.
Where can I find the full Texas Longhorns football schedule? Official schedule is on Texas Athletics website and major sports outlets.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Is Texas football playing a game today?
- A: No. Texas is on a Week 5 bye week. The Longhorns last played on September 20, 2025 against Louisiana-Monroe and their next game is October 4, 2025.
- Q: When is the Texas Longhorns next game and who is the opponent?
- A: The next game is Texas vs Oklahoma on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM CT at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas for the Red River Showdown.
- Q: What was Texas’ result before the bye week?
- A: Texas entered the bye with three straight wins: at Ohio State L 24-42, vs San Jose State W 52-10, at Florida W 31-15, and vs Louisiana-Monroe W 49-0 on September 20.
Extended Reading
- USA Today coverage of Texas Longhorns college football schedule and Week 5 bye week.
- Yahoo Sports update on whether Texas football is playing a game today.
- Heavy.com analysis on Does Texas play today and Longhorns football schedule with Oklahoma next.