Penn State football is set to return for the 2025 season, marking the 12th year under head coach James Franklin. Following a strong 13–3 finish last year and a historic first appearance in the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff, the Nittany Lions are generating early top-10 buzz. Much of the excitement stems from a veteran-laden offense and the arrival of new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles, who brings fresh energy to a talented unit.
As anticipation builds, fans are already eyeing ticket prices for marquee matchups — and none are hotter than the White Out game.
White Out Game vs. Oregon Highlights 2025 FOOTBALL Ticket Demand
Penn State will open its Big Ten schedule at home on September 27 in front of a White Out crowd against defending conference champions Oregon. It’s a rare home opener for the Big Ten slate and the most in-demand ticket of the season.
According to early market data:
- SeatGeek lists tickets at $349
- Vivid Seats at $343
- Viagogo at $335
- StubHub at $330
These prices reflect premium demand for what is expected to be a pivotal early-season matchup with national implications.
Top Road Game Ticket Prices Also Surging
Beyond the Oregon clash, Penn State’s biggest ticket prices are for away games:
Ohio State – $215
UCLA – $153
Iowa – $107
Michigan State – $92
Rutgers – $91
The October 18 matchup at Iowa also stands out. It’s the Hawkeyes’ Black & Gold Spirit Game, promising an intense atmosphere at Kinnick Stadium — already known as one of the Big Ten’s toughest road environments.
Playoff Hopes and Postseason Outlook
If Penn State remains in the title conversation, the postseason calendar is already taking shape:
Big Ten Championship Game: December 6 in Indianapolis
College Football Playoff First Round: December 19–20 (held on campus sites)
Cotton Bowl Quarterfinal: December 31 at 7:30 p.m. ET
