Historic 2025 Schedule: Razorbacks to Face Notre Dame, Arkansas State for First Time Ever
Fayetteville, Ark. – The 2025 college football season promises to be a historic one for the Arkansas Razorbacks, as the team will embark on a groundbreaking schedule featuring first-ever matchups that have fans buzzing across the nation. Among the most anticipated games are early-season showdowns against Notre Dame and in-state opponent Arkansas State — two fixtures that have never appeared on the Razorbacks’ schedule until now.
The matchup against Notre Dame will mark the first time Arkansas takes the field against one of college football’s most storied programs. This game offers a unique national spotlight for the Razorbacks, pitting them against a team with multiple national championships and a legacy that stretches over a century. Fans and analysts alike are calling this one of the most compelling non-conference matchups of the year.
Equally historic is the long-awaited showdown with Arkansas State. Despite both schools residing in the Natural State, this will be the first official meeting between the two programs. The decision to finally bring them together represents a significant shift in Arkansas football tradition, breaking decades of scheduling precedent. The in-state rivalry adds a fresh layer of excitement and pride, offering fans a chance to witness a game that many thought might never happen.
These two first-time matchups are just part of a challenging and high-profile 2025 schedule that solidifies Arkansas’s commitment to building a national presence and honoring its roots. With marquee opponents and renewed energy under head coach Sam Pittman, the Razorbacks are poised to make waves in what could be one of the most memorable seasons in program history.
Fans, mark your calendars — history is coming to Fayetteville.
