The 2025 Big Ten football season intensifies after mid-October, showcasing elite matchups, historic rivalries, and packed stadiums across America’s heartland. Below you’ll find the full schedule from October 17 through November 29, 2025—complete with official team and stadium links, kickoff details.
| Week | Date | Matchup | Stadium / Location | Kickoff / Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Oct 17 | Nebraska @ Minnesota | Huntington Bank Stadium, Minneapolis MN | 8:00 p.m. ET (FOX) |
| 8 | Oct 18 | Washington @ Michigan | Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor MI | 12:00 p.m. ET (FOX) |
| 8 | Oct 18 | Purdue @ Northwestern | Ryan Field, Evanston IL | 3:00 p.m. ET (BTN) |
| 8 | Oct 18 | Michigan State @ Indiana | Memorial Stadium, Bloomington IN | 3:30 p.m. ET (Peacock) |
| 8 | Oct 18 | Ohio State @ Wisconsin | Camp Randall Stadium, Madison WI | 3:30 p.m. ET (CBS) |
| 8 | Oct 18 | Oregon @ Rutgers | SHI Stadium, Piscataway NJ | 6:30 p.m. ET (BTN) |
| 8 | Oct 18 | Maryland @ UCLA | Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena CA | 7:00 p.m. ET (FS1) |
| 8 | Oct 18 | Penn State @ Iowa | Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City IA | 7:00 p.m. ET (Peacock) |
| 8 | Oct 18 | USC @ Notre Dame | Notre Dame Stadium, South Bend IN | 7:30 p.m. ET (NBC) |
| 11 | Nov 7 | Northwestern @ USC | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles CA | 9:00 p.m. ET (FOX) |
| 12 | Nov 14 | Minnesota @ Oregon | Autzen Stadium, Eugene OR | 9:00 p.m. ET (FOX) |
| 14 | Nov 28 | Iowa @ Nebraska | Memorial Stadium, Lincoln NE | 12:00 p.m. ET (CBS) |
| 14 | Nov 28 | Indiana @ Purdue | Ross-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette IN | 7:30 p.m. ET (NBC) |
| 14 | Nov 29 | Ohio State @ Michigan | Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor MI | 12:00 p.m. ET (FOX) |
Game Previews
Nebraska @ Minnesota – Oct 17 | Huntington Bank Stadium
A Friday night kickoff opens the late-season push. Nebraska’s renewed offensive rhythm meets Minnesota’s home-field resilience. Expect a hard-hitting trench contest; turnovers and third-down conversions could swing momentum. Both programs view this as a critical bowl-eligibility step.
Washington @ Michigan – Oct 18 | Michigan Stadium
The Big House hosts a power clash between Washington’s high-tempo attack and Michigan’s balanced defense. Crowd energy and field control will be decisive. Michigan’s front seven will aim to limit the Huskies’ ground game, while Washington tries to stretch the field with speed. Execution in the red zone determines who stays in playoff contention.
Purdue @ Northwestern – Oct 18 | Ryan Field
Purdue’s spread offense meets Northwestern’s disciplined, methodical defense on the shores of Lake Michigan. Both teams chase mid-season consistency, with weather possibly influencing strategy. Special teams play and short-yardage execution should prove vital.
Michigan State @ Indiana – Oct 18 | Memorial Stadium
The in-state rivalry renews under autumn skies. Michigan State’s power offense will try to dictate pace; Indiana counters with tempo and quick reads. Defensive takeaways could determine momentum. Both programs rely on emerging quarterbacks, adding unpredictability.
Ohio State @ Wisconsin – Oct 18 | Camp Randall Stadium
A marquee Big Ten battle in Madison. Ohio State’s dynamic offense faces Wisconsin’s physical front seven. The Badgers must control time of possession; the Buckeyes will test depth through pace. Home-field noise is an advantage, but Ohio State’s talent depth remains intimidating.
Oregon @ Rutgers – Oct 18 | SHI Stadium
An East-meets-West contest. Oregon’s fast offense visits the East Coast for a primetime clash. Rutgers aims to slow tempo, using ground control and crowd energy to neutralize the Ducks’ explosiveness. Expect tactical creativity, with Oregon testing perimeter speed and Rutgers relying on defensive discipline.
Maryland @ UCLA – Oct 18 | Rose Bowl Stadium
Maryland crosses three time zones to face UCLA under the lights in Pasadena. The Terps’ passing game meets UCLA’s athletic secondary. Travel fatigue and late-game stamina could prove decisive. Expect contrasting tempos—UCLA relying on rhythm runs, Maryland seeking deep strikes.
Penn State @ Iowa – Oct 18 | Kinnick Stadium
A storied matchup built on defense and precision. Iowa’s disciplined scheme meets Penn State’s balanced attack. Field position battles and special-teams excellence will shape outcomes. Expect physical football reminiscent of late-season championship tone.
USC @ Notre Dame – Oct 18 | Notre Dame Stadium
Historic rivals clash under NBC’s primetime lights. USC’s explosive offense travels to face Notre Dame’s disciplined defense. Quarterback execution, turnover margins, and special-teams precision will define momentum.
Northwestern @ USC – Nov 7 | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
Friday night lights in Los Angeles. Northwestern’s efficiency meets USC’s athletic firepower. Expect early fireworks, with USC stretching the field vertically. Northwestern’s disciplined secondary must contain explosive plays. For USC, protecting the quarterback is key. A win strengthens bowl credentials heading into November’s decisive stretch.
Minnesota @ Oregon – Nov 14 | Autzen Stadium
Autzen’s roar welcomes Minnesota’s run-first offense against Oregon’s up-tempo attack. Weather may influence strategy, yet both teams will pursue balance. Oregon thrives at home with tempo; Minnesota counters with discipline. Red-zone execution and turnovers likely settle it.
Iowa @ Nebraska – Nov 28 | Memorial Stadium
A Thanksgiving-week rivalry steeped in grit. Nebraska’s passionate crowd transforms Lincoln into one of college football’s loudest venues. Iowa’s disciplined defense aims to halt Nebraska’s versatile attack. Close, physical, and often decided by turnovers—this matchup defines Midwest football.
Indiana @ Purdue – Nov 28 | Ross-Ade Stadium
The battle for the Old Oaken Bucket never lacks emotion. Purdue’s home crowd and offensive creativity will test Indiana’s defense.
Ohio State @ Michigan – Nov 29 | Michigan Stadium
The sport’s grandest rivalry concludes the Big Ten regular season. Ohio State’s explosive attack faces Michigan’s defensive steel in front of over 100,000 fans.
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