The Southeastern Conference (SEC) has officially released the 2024 football schedule for the Texas Longhorns. The upcoming season promises exciting matchups, marking the Longhorns’ entry into SEC play.
Key Highlights: SEC
Season Opener: Texas kicks off the season on Aug. 31 by hosting Colorado State.
SEC Debut: The Longhorns begin their inaugural SEC season at home on Sept. 28 against Mississippi State.
Home Contests: Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium will witness SEC clashes with Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, and Mississippi State.
Away Games: Texas will hit the road to face Arkansas, Texas A&M, and Vanderbilt. Additionally, the Longhorns will be the designated visiting team against Oklahoma in Dallas.
SEC Journey Commences:
Mississippi State Clash: The SEC journey starts on Sept. 28 with a home game against Mississippi State. The historical series between the two teams has seen ups and downs, setting the stage for an exciting kickoff to SEC play.
Red River Rivalry: Texas faces Oklahoma on Oct. 12 at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, marking the 120th game in series history. The Longhorns hold a historical advantage, and this clash promises to add another chapter to the intense rivalry.
Georgia Comes to Austin: On Oct. 19, Georgia visits Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium for the second time in history. Texas aims to build on its 4-1 advantage against the Bulldogs, including a victory in the 2018 Allstate Sugar Bowl.
Battle in Nashville: Texas travels to Nashville on Oct. 26 for a showdown with Vanderbilt. The historical series leans in favor of Vanderbilt, and the Longhorns look to make an impact on Commodores’ home turf.
Florida at Austin: Nov. 9 sees Florida visiting Austin. Texas holds a 2-0-1 advantage in the all-time series, with the most recent meeting in 1940.
Fayetteville Faceoff: The Longhorns head to Fayetteville, Ark., on Nov. 16 to take on the Arkansas Razorbacks. Despite a recent setback, Texas maintains an overall lead in the series.
Kentucky Clash: Kentucky comes to Austin on Nov. 23 for only the second meeting between the two teams, the first being in 1951.
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Texas A&M Finale: The regular season concludes with a highly anticipated matchup against Texas A&M on Nov. 30 in College Station. Texas looks to build on its overall series lead, showcasing the enduring rivalry.
Non-Conference Highlights:
Texas starts the season on Aug. 31 with a home game against Colorado State.
A pivotal matchup with Michigan awaits the Longhorns on Sept. 7 at the Big House in Ann Arbor. The Wolverines are scheduled to visit Austin in 2027.
The non-conference schedule concludes with home games against UTSA (Sept. 14) and ULM (Sept. 21).
As the Longhorns embark on their first SEC season, fans eagerly anticipate the thrilling matchups that lie ahead. The blend of historical rivalries and new conference challenges promises an exciting chapter in Texas football. Stay tuned for a season filled with action and intense competition.
