Texas Longhorns Face SEC Challenges, Top 2025 Non-Conference Matchups

The Texas Longhorns football team is entering the 2025 season as a national championship contender, facing a challenging SEC schedule including marquee games against Oklahoma, Georgia, Texas A&M, and a season opener at Ohio State. Their opening game against the defending national champions Ohio State is highly anticipated, featuring two promising quarterbacks and considered the top non-conference matchup of the season. Despite the team's strengths, there are potential 'trap games' on the schedule, such as an away game at Florida's challenging venue and a matchup with Vanderbilt, which could derail momentum. On the recruiting front, Texas recently lost key commitments to Texas A&M, including a top-ranked running back, signaling competitive recruiting battles within the state. Meanwhile, the Texas Longhorns women's basketball team is preparing for a strong 2026 SEC season, facing tough opponents like LSU and South Carolina, building on their recent success as SEC regular season champions and Final Four contenders. Additionally, in broader college football realignment news, Texas State is a leading candidate for Pac-12 expansion, reflecting ongoing shifts in conference affiliations and media rights deals.