The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) has secured a two‑game football series against the University of Montana, slated for the 2030 and 2031 seasons, marking a bold step toward national visibility for the fledgling program.
Montana’s Proven Pedigree
Montana enters the series with a storied history, having captured two FCS national championships and contested six title games, while consistently ranking among the nation’s top playoff seeds, including a No. 3 overall seed in 2025 and a No. 2 seed in 2023.
The Grizzlies also dominate conference play, boasting 19 Big Sky titles and leading the FCS in attendance in 2025 with an average of 25,264 fans per game, underscoring a passionate fan base that fills their home stadium to capacity.
UTRGV, aiming to build a consistent national contender, points to its own impressive stadium‑capacity utilization, having welcomed 87,774 fans across seven games in 2025, a testament to growing community support and the university’s ambition to match Montana’s tradition of excellence.
Game Details and Venues
The series opens on Aug. 31, 2030, when UTRGV travels to Missoula for the road contest, followed by a home showdown on Aug. 30, 2031, at Vackar Stadium, where the university hopes to showcase its rising program to a national audience.
Both matchups are expected to draw significant attention, with the home game positioned as a marquee event that could further elevate UTRGV’s profile within the collegiate football landscape.