Multiple College Football Teams Announce Early-Season Kickoff Times

Kickoff times for several college football teams' early 2025 games have been announced. Arkansas will open its season against Alabama A&M at 3:15 p.m., followed by a historic in-state game against Arkansas State in Little Rock, marking a renewed rivalry. Iowa State's non-conference schedule includes an August 30 home opener against South Dakota at 2:30 p.m. and a September 13 road game at Arkansas State. Illinois will start its season at 6:30 p.m. on August 29 against Western Illinois, with subsequent games against Duke and Western Michigan scheduled for early September. Ohio State's early games include a noon season-ending match against Michigan, a Week 2 home game against Grambling at 3:30 p.m., and a 7 p.m. game against Ohio University, with additional kickoff times to be announced closer to the dates. Ticket sales timelines and broadcast details vary by team, reflecting both traditional TV and streaming platforms.