The countdown is on: just 112 days—or 16 Saturdays—remain until the Alabama Crimson Tide kick off their 2025 football season. The opener is set for Saturday, August 30, 2025, against the Florida State Seminoles at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida. This highly anticipated matchup marks Alabama’s first-ever visit to Florida State’s home turf, adding historical significance to the season’s commencement.
The 2025 season opener is not only a clash between two storied programs but also a significant event for Florida State, as it will be the inaugural game in the newly renovated Doak Campbell Stadium. The Seminoles’ home has undergone substantial upgrades, promising an enhanced experience for fans and players alike. For Alabama, this game offers an opportunity to assert dominance early in the season and set the tone for the challenges ahead.
Following the opener, Alabama’s schedule includes a mix of non-conference and SEC matchups. The Crimson Tide will host Louisiana-Monroe on September 6, followed by a home game against Wisconsin on September 13. After a bye week, Alabama will travel to Athens to face the Georgia Bulldogs on September 27, a game that could have significant implications for the SEC standings. The schedule continues with home games against Vanderbilt (October 4), Tennessee (October 18), LSU (November 8), and Oklahoma (November 15), as well as road games at Missouri (October 11), South Carolina (October 25), and Auburn (November 29). A non-conference game against Eastern Illinois is slated for November 22.
As the season approaches, anticipation builds for what promises to be an exciting year of Alabama football. The opener against Florida State will not only test the team’s preparedness but also provide a glimpse into the potential of the Crimson Tide under the current coaching regime. Fans eagerly await the return of college football Saturdays, with hopes high for a successful campaign.
