Just around a week after college football crowned its 2024 national champion, the ACC is gearing up for next year. The league revealed its full 2025 schedule Monday, including the list of dates and opponents. As excitement builds for the upcoming season, fans are eager to see how their teams will stack up against the competition.
2025 Season Kickoff
Mark your calendars! The 2025 college football season will kick off with Week 0 on August 23, 2025. This early start sets the stage for an exhilarating season filled with thrilling matchups and high-stakes games. The anticipation is palpable as teams prepare to hit the field and showcase their talent.
Shifting Dynamics in the ACC
Last year was a transformative period for the ACC, especially with the SEC’s changes. The SEC welcomed three new members—Cal, SMU, and Stanford—making it a 17-team conference. This shake-up has had a ripple effect across college football, with one of those newcomers, SMU, making a significant impact by reaching the ACC Championship last season.
Playoff Aspirations
The stakes were high for both SMU and Clemson in the College Football Playoff, but unfortunately, both teams faced early exits. SMU fell to Clemson in the championship game held in Charlotte, and then both teams were eliminated in their playoff games against strong opponents—SMU lost to Penn State, while Clemson was defeated by Texas. The goal for the ACC moving forward is clear: to secure multiple playoff bids and elevate the conference’s standing in the national landscape.
Commissioner’s Vision
ACC commissioner Jim Phillips is committed to this vision. He is even open to exploring creative strategies to ensure that more teams from the conference earn a spot in the playoffs. This proactive approach reflects the growing competitiveness of the ACC and its desire to be a powerhouse in college football.
Full 2025 Schedules
With the excitement of the upcoming season in the air, let’s dive into the full schedules for each ACC team. Fans will want to take note of key matchups and rivalries that could shape the season. Here’s a glance at some of the schedules:
Team A Schedule
- Aug. 30 – vs. Fordham
- Sept. 6 – at Michigan State
- Sept. 13 – at Stanford
- Sept. 27 – vs. Cal
- Oct. 4 – at Pitt
- Oct. 11 – Clemson
- Oct. 18 – UConn
- Oct. 25 – at Louisville
- Nov. 1 – Notre Dame
- Nov. 8 – SMU
- Nov. 15 – Georgia Tech
- Nov. 29 – at Syracuse
Team B Schedule
- Aug. 30 – at Oregon State
- Sept. 6 – vs. Texas Southern
- Sept. 13 – vs. Minnesota
- Sept. 20 – at San Diego State
- Sept. 27 – at Boston College
- Oct. 4 – Duke
- Oct. 16/17 – North Carolina
- Oct. 23/24 – at Virginia Tech
- Nov. 1 – Virginia
- Nov. 8 – at Louisville
- Nov. 22 – at Stanford
- Nov. 29 – SMU
Team C Schedule
- Aug. 30 – vs. LSU
- Sept. 6 – vs. Troy
- Sept. 13 – at Georgia Tech
- Sept. 20 – Syracuse
- Oct. 4 – at North Carolina
- Oct. 11 – at Boston College
- Oct. 18 – SMU
- Nov. 1 – Duke
- Nov. 8 – Florida State
- Nov. 14 – at Louisville
- Nov. 22 – Furman
- Nov. 29 – at South Carolina
Looking Ahead
As we look ahead to the 2025 season, the excitement is building. The ACC is not just about rivalries and tradition; it’s about the future and the potential for greatness. Teams are gearing up to make their mark, and fans are ready to rally behind their schools. With the conference’s commitment to enhancing its competitiveness and the thrilling matchups on the horizon, the upcoming season promises to be one for the ages.
So, which team will rise to the occasion? Who will secure those coveted playoff spots? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: college football is back, and the ACC is ready to make a statement!
