Rice Owls 2027 Schedule & Opponents
The 2027 Rice Owls schedule includes home games against Duke, Lamar (FCS), Fresno State; road games at Western Michigan. 3 of 12 games are confirmed as of September 20, 2026; 1 is still projected or to be announced. The American has not yet announced its 2027 conference opponents; all eight of Rice's conference games are still to be assigned.
2027 opponents (3 of 12 confirmed)
Home games (3)
| Opponent | How it’s set | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke | Non-conference | August 28, 2027 | Confirmed |
| Lamar (FCS) | Non-conference | September 4, 2027 | Projected |
| Fresno State | Non-conference | September 11, 2027 | Confirmed |
Road games (1)
| Opponent | How it’s set | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan | Non-conference | September 25, 2027 | Confirmed |
Confirmed = officially announced by the school or conference. Projected = reported or expected but not yet announced. TBA = the slot exists but the opponent or details are still open.
Rice Owls 2027 schedule FAQ
Who does Rice play in 2027?
Rice has 4 games on the 2027 schedule so far: home games against Duke, Lamar (FCS), Fresno State; road games at Western Michigan. 3 are officially confirmed, and 1 remains projected or to be announced.
How many home games does Rice have in 2027?
Rice currently has 3 home games and 1 road game on the 2027 schedule. Counts change as remaining games are announced.
How many conference games does Rice play in 2027?
American conference opponents for Rice in 2027 have not been listed yet. They appear here once the conference releases its schedule.
When will the 2027 Rice schedule be finalized?
Non-conference games are contracted years in advance and are usually the first rows confirmed. American opponents are set when the conference releases its 2027 schedule, and kickoff dates and times follow later. Rows on this page move from projected or to-be-announced to confirmed as each game is officially announced.
Which 2027 Rice games are not confirmed yet?
1 game is still open: Lamar (FCS) (projected). They update as announcements land.
American schools
Data updated: September 20, 2026