Utah State Adds Vanderbilt to 2025 Schedule

Utah State University has finalized its 2025 football schedule, including a notable matchup against Vanderbilt, marking the first encounter between the two teams. The Aggies will host UTEP on August 30, play at Texas A&M on September 6, and host McNeese State on September 20 before heading to Nashville for the game against Vanderbilt on September 27. Coach Bronco Mendenhall expressed optimism about recruiting talent from within Utah, highlighting the increasing focus on football in the state. Vanderbilt will pay Utah State a $1 million guarantee for the game, which replaces a previously canceled contest with Colorado State. The Aggies will also compete against Mountain West teams like Air Force, Boise State, and UNLV in their conference schedule. Meanwhile, Vanderbilt is preparing for its Birmingham Bowl matchup against Georgia Tech before focusing on next season's games.