The 2027 Texas football schedule has been updated with new non-conference dates.
The Longhorns announced a revised slate that moves three previously scheduled games one week earlier. The changes follow the NCAA’s decision to adopt a uniform 14-week regular season beginning in 2027. Under the new model, most FBS programs will begin the season during the weekend that is currently known as Week Zero, which becomes the standard Week 1.
Texas will open at home against New Mexico State, host Michigan the following week, and face UTEP in the third non-conference game. All three contests remain in Austin at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. No opponents were added or removed — only the dates shifted forward to align with the new national calendar.
Here is the full Texas non-conference schedule 2027 with the updated dates and additional context for the season.
2027 Texas Non-Conference Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, August 28 | New Mexico State | Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin |
| Saturday, September 4 | Michigan | Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin |
| Saturday, September 11 | UTEP | Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin |
Why the Dates Changed
The NCAA approved a uniform 14-week regular season that takes effect in 2027. This structure allows teams to start most seasons one week earlier than the traditional Labor Day weekend model.
Texas simply moved each of its three non-conference games forward by one week. The home-and-home series with Michigan that began with a 31-12 Texas victory in Ann Arbor in 2024 will now conclude in Austin on September 4, 2027. Opening against New Mexico State on August 28 gives the Longhorns an earlier start to evaluate the roster before a high-profile home game against the Wolverines.
Full 2027 Context for Texas
The SEC previously released conference opponents for 2027. Texas will host Auburn, Georgia, Kentucky, Oklahoma (in Dallas) and Texas A&M. The Longhorns will travel to Alabama, Arkansas, South Carolina and Vanderbilt.
Combined with the three non-conference home games, the 2027 Texas schedule dates create a demanding slate that mixes early-season opportunities with elite SEC competition. The early August start also gives the program additional practice and evaluation time before the conference portion of the schedule intensifies.
Looking Ahead to 2026
Texas is set to open the 2026 season on Saturday, September 5, at home against Texas State. That game is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. CT on ESPN. The Longhorns will use the 2026 campaign to continue building under the current staff before the calendar shift takes full effect the following year.
The revised Texas football schedule revision for 2027 gives the program and its fans clear dates well in advance of the new 14-week era. Opening against New Mexico State, hosting Michigan one week later, and closing the non-conference portion against UTEP provides a logical progression before the SEC slate begins. The earlier start also aligns Texas with the majority of FBS programs under the new national structure.
Fans can now mark the calendar for an August 28 home opener and a high-profile September showdown with Michigan, followed by a final non-conference test against UTEP. The adjustments keep the same opponents while positioning the Longhorns for the new regular-season format that begins in 2027.
FAQ
What is the 2027 Texas football schedule for non-conference games?
Texas hosts New Mexico State on August 28, Michigan on September 4, and UTEP on September 11.
When does Texas play Michigan in 2027?
Saturday, September 4, 2027, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin.
Why was the Texas non-conference schedule 2027 changed?
The NCAA adopted a uniform 14-week regular season starting in 2027, allowing most teams to begin one week earlier.
Are all Texas 2027 non-conference games at home?
Yes. New Mexico State, Michigan and UTEP are all scheduled in Austin.
When does Texas open the 2026 season?
Saturday, September 5, 2026, at home against Texas State on ESPN.
