Cincinnati Finalizes 2027 Non-Conference Football Schedule

Cincinnati adds Central Connecticut State, moves Missouri State matchup to Sept. 4

Cincinnati Finalizes 2027 Non-Conference Football ScheduleCincinnati Finalizes 2027 Non-Conference Football Schedule
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CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati football team has finalized its non-conference schedule for the 2027 season. The Bearcats open the campaign at home against Central Connecticut State University on Aug. 28, followed by another home matchup against Missouri State on Sept. 4.

It will be the first ever meetings between Cincinnati and Central Connecticut State (FCS, Northeast Conference) and Missouri State (Conference USA).

Cincinnati then hits the road to face Boston College on Sept. 18.

Following the cancellation of the previously scheduled game against West Georgia, the Bearcats moved their matchup against Missouri State up one week to host the Bears at Historic Nippert Stadium on Sept. 4, 2027 and added Central Connecticut State.

In addition to its non-conference slate, Cincinnati's 2027 Big 12 opponents have been set, with specific dates for the Big 12 Conference slate is expected to be released in winter 2027. 

Cincinnati Bearcats 2027 Big 12 Opponents:

Home: TCU, Houston, Oklahoma State, Kansas, West Virginia

Away: Arizona State, Baylor, Kansas State, UCF

2027 Cincinnati Non-Conference Schedule:

Week 1 (Aug. 28): vs. Central Connecticut State University (Nippert Stadium)

Week 2 (Sept. 4): vs. Missouri State (Nippert Stadium)

Week 3 (Sept. 11): Open Date (Potential Big 12 Date)

Week 4 (Sept. 18): at Boston College

TICKET RENEWAL INFORMATION

Current season ticket holders can renew their tickets now! Either call the Bearcats Ticket Office at (513)556-2287 or by logging into their account 

The deadline to renew is January 15, 2027. Extended bill plans are only available for a limited time!

Renewal information can be found here: https://gobearcats.com/football-renewal-faqs