Buckle up, Golden Hurricane fans — Tulsa’s 2025 football season is packed with some big-time showdowns. With Kevin Wilson entering Year 3 and the team eyeing bowl eligibility, it’s time for Tulsa to stir things up and show they can hang with the American Athletic Conference’s best.
Here’s a breakdown of the Tulsa Golden Hurricane’s 2025 football schedule.
2025 Tulsa Golden Hurricane Football Schedule
- Sat., Aug. 30: vs. Abilene Christian
- Sat., Sep. 6: at New Mexico State
- Sat., Sep. 13: vs. Navy
- Fri., Sep. 19: at Oklahoma State
- Sat., Sep. 27: vs. Tulane
- Sat., Oct. 4: at Memphis
- Sat., Oct. 11: BYE WEEK
- Thu., Oct. 16: at East Carolina
- Sat., Oct. 25: vs. Temple
- Sat., Nov. 1: BYE WEEK
- Sat., Nov. 8: at Florida Atlantic
- Sat., Nov. 15: vs. Oregon State
- Sat., Nov. 22: at Army
- Sat., Nov. 29: vs. UAB
Bold Italic signifies American Athletic Conference game
Tulsa is seemingly starting with a warm-up—Abilene Christian on August 30. FCS schools aren’t pushovers, but let’s be real: this one’s about getting the kinks out, scoring some highlight-reel touchdowns, and starting the season with some swagger. Consider it the appetizer before the spicy entrees kick in.
Next up, Tulsa heads south to New Mexico State on September 6. Sure, it might not have the sizzle of a top-25 matchup, but don’t sleep on the Aggies—they’re scrappy and well-coached. If Tulsa wants to prove it’s ready for a postseason run, this road test needs to go in the win column.
On September 13, things get weird — and we love it — with the Navy and its triple-option madness coming to Chapman Stadium. These games always feel like playing football in a time machine—just 46 run plays and 12 possessions. Tulsa’s defense will have to stay sharp and disciplined or risk getting sliced up by old-school football.
Then circle your calendar for September 19—it’s Tulsa vs. Oklahoma State in Stillwater. The Cowboys are bigger, richer, and louder, but this Friday night clash is a perfect upset trap.
Back home on September 27, Tulsa faces Tulane, one of the AAC’s perennial powerhouses. The Green Wave has been the class of the league recently. However, if Tulsa wants to level up, it starts by defending the home turf against programs like this. Plus, who doesn’t love a little revenge?
October is when the season moves up a notch. First, it’s a road game at Memphis on October 4, a team known for fast-paced offense and rowdy fans. If Tulsa can keep pace, it could signal they’re ready to compete in shootouts—a must in the AAC.
After a short break, Tulsa heads east for a Thursday night showdown at East Carolina on October 16 — prime time, hostile environment, short week. It’s the kind of gritty win that can flip a season narrative.
Then, on October 25, Tulsa returns for a critical matchup with Temple, a program rebuilding but dangerous. These are the kind of home games that define whether Tulsa’s season ends in celebration or disappointment. Win it, and bowl dreams stay alive.
November 8 features a long trip to sunny Florida Atlantic, but don’t let the palm trees fool you—this is a tricky one. It’s late in the season, fatigue is real, and FAU can air it out. Survive this, and Tulsa might start hearing whispers of a postseason slot.
But the big headline comes on November 15, when Oregon State rolls into town. This is the heavyweight non-conference matchup that could put Tulsa on the national radar. Beat the Beavers, and suddenly everyone’s asking, “Who’s this team from Oklahoma with the wind in their sails?”
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Things don’t slow down either. On November 22, Tulsa visits Army—another team with a clock-killing run game and military precision. Think Navy Part 2, but colder and tougher. It’s a survival test on the road.
Finally, the regular season wraps up with UAB at home on November 29. This could be the bowl eligibility decider. Senior Day, Thanksgiving weekend, bragging rights, and maybe a trip to a warm-weather bowl on the line? You couldn’t script it better.
Kevin Wilson’s presence is starting to be felt. After revitalizing Tulsa’s identity, he’s got weapons in place and a quarterback in Braylon Braxton who can make defenses sweat with both his arm and his legs. Add in a defense that’s starting to gel—particularly in the linebacker corps—and suddenly you’ve got a team that could crash the AAC party.
Don’t be surprised if Tulsa pulls off an upset or two. They’ve got chances between the chaos of the AAC and the mix of tricky non-conference games. All eyes will be on how the team handles the road gauntlet—and whether they can finally piece together consistency after years of flashes.
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