The Kansas Jayhawks have officially unveiled their 2025 football schedule, featuring a mix of non-conference and Big 12 matchups.
The season includes seven home games at the newly renovated David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas, and five away games.
The Jayhawks aim to improve upon their previous season’s performance and make a strong impact in the Big 12 Conference.
2025 Kansas Jayhawks Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|
| August 23, 2025 | Fresno State | Lawrence, KS (David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium) |
| August 29, 2025 | Wagner | Lawrence, KS (David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium) |
| September 6, 2025 | at Missouri | Columbia, MO |
| September 20, 2025 | West Virginia | Lawrence, KS (David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium) |
| September 27, 2025 | Cincinnati | Lawrence, KS (David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium) |
| October 4, 2025 | at UCF | Orlando, FL |
| October 11, 2025 | at Texas Tech | Lubbock, TX |
| October 25, 2025 | Kansas State | Lawrence, KS (David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium) |
| November 1, 2025 | Oklahoma State | Lawrence, KS (David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium) |
| November 8, 2025 | at Arizona | Tucson, AZ |
| November 22, 2025 | at Iowa State | Ames, IA |
| November 28/29, 2025 | Utah | Lawrence, KS (David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium) |
Season Highlights
- Season Opener: The Jayhawks kick off the season on August 23, 2025, hosting Fresno State at the newly renovated David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.
- Non-Conference Matchups: Following the opener, Kansas will face Wagner at home on August 29. A significant highlight is the renewal of the Border War against Missouri on September 6 in Columbia, marking the first meeting between the two teams since 2011.
- Big 12 Conference Games: The conference schedule begins on September 20 with a home game against West Virginia. Other notable Big 12 matchups include home games against Cincinnati, Kansas State, Oklahoma State, and Utah, and away games at UCF, Texas Tech, Arizona, and Iowa State.
Team Outlook
The 2025 season brings significant changes to the Jayhawks’ roster. With the departure of over 30 seniors, the team has added 22 players through the transfer portal. Notably, sixth-year quarterback Jalon Daniels returns to lead the offense, providing experience and leadership.
Stadium Renovations
Fans attending home games will experience the newly renovated David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. The upgrades aim to enhance the game-day experience with improved facilities and amenities.
The Kansas Jayhawks’ 2025 football schedule presents a balanced mix of non-conference and Big 12 opponents.
With significant roster changes and a renovated home stadium, the Jayhawks are poised for an exciting season as they strive to make a mark in the Big 12 Conference.
