Season Opener and Early‑September Slots
The University of Oregon’s athletics department has released the kickoff times and television designations for a handful of September contests, giving fans a clear view of what to expect as the Ducks open the 2025 campaign. The schedule begins on September 5 when Oregon hosts Boise State at 12:30 p.m. Pacific time, a slot that will be carried by CBS. A week later, on September 12, the Ducks travel to face Oklahoma State at 9 a.m. PT, also on CBS, before returning home to meet Portland State on September 18 at 7:30 p.m. PT, a night game that will air on the same network.
Broadcast Partnerships
Beyond the early September window, the Ducks have secured a broadcast agreement that will see their 2026 showdown with Oklahoma State aired on ESPN, marking the first regular‑season appearance on an ESPN‑affiliated platform since 2023. The partnership also retains FOX as a broadcast partner for select contests, ensuring that the team’s most high‑profile games remain widely accessible to viewers across the country.
Schedule Adjustments and Future Rivalries
The revised calendar includes the mutual cancellation of the home‑and‑home series with Baylor slated for 2027 and 2028, while a new home game against Coastal Carolina has been added for September 11, 2027. Additionally, the long‑standing rivalry with Oregon State will be renewed from 2028 through 2032, promising a series of high‑stakes matchups that will punctuate the Ducks’ future schedules.
Big Ten Return and Outlook
A home contest against Northwestern on October 31 will kick off no later than 5 p.m. PT, fitting into the broader slate that will see Oregon compete within the Big Ten Conference, an affiliation that continues to shape its competitive landscape. The adjustments reflect a strategic pivot toward a more varied non‑conference slate while maintaining traditional rivalries and expanding exposure through major broadcast partners.