The 10 Biggest College Football Stadiums
The Top 10 Biggest College Football Stadiums of All-Time
There is no doubt that college football has some meccas when it comes to its stadiums - but where are the 10 biggest college football stadiums ever?
Rose Bowl Stadium, home to the UCLA Bruins
In this article, we’ll talk about the 10 US college football stadiums with the biggest capacity, along with something a little special about each stadium.
This list includes:
Who plays at each stadium
Where it is
The game with the highest attendance
The stadium’s last expansion
Here we go!
Michigan Stadium, nicknamed “The big house”
Who plays at Michigan Stadium?
The Michigan Wolverines.
Besides football, the Wolverines’ home stadium also hosted the 2014 Winter Classic, a game which had an attendance of just over 105,000 people.
It resulted in a 3-2 overtime win for the Toronto Maple Leafs over the Detroit Red Wings.
Where is Michigan Stadium?
Ann Arbor Michigan
What is Michigan Stadium’s capacity?
107, 601 - the Wolverines have very little trouble filling the seats!
The last time they sold less than 100,000 tickets was on October 25, 1975, when Michigan played Indiana, a game which had an attendance of 93,857.
This game was not exactly riddled with drama, as the Wolverines blew Indiana away 55-7.
What was the most-attended game at Michigan Stadium?
While its capacity is only a little over 107,000, the school managed 115,109 fans on September 7, 2013, in Michigan’s 41-30 victory over Notre Dame.
You may be wondering if Michigan Stadium has ever had to reduce the number of seats they have in their stadium? Amazingly, the answer is yes.
That’s right, they actually had to reduce seating so they could become compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act in 2015.
Beaver Stadium
Who plays at Beaver Stadium?
The Penn State Nittany Lions
Where is Beaver Stadium?
State College, Pennsylvania
What is Beaver Stadium’s capacity?
106,572
What was the most-attended game at Beaver Stadium?
The most-attended game was on September 29, 2018- when Ohio State beat Penn State 27-26. This game had a capacity of 110,989.
When was Beaver Stadium last expanded?
The Lions last added seats in 2001, adding 11,500 seats.
This included 60 new skyboxes. Why would a stadium that big need more skyboxes? Well, skyboxes often have certain luxuries that you don’t get when you’re sitting somewhere in the stands.
Beaver Stadium is named after James Beaver, an attorney who practised around the time of the Civil War and was enlisted with the Union army.
Ohio Stadium aka The Horseshoe
Who plays at Ohio Stadium?
Ohio State University college football team, known as the Buckeyes.
Ohio Stadium is also used for more than just football.
The stadium was previously home to the Columbus Crew, an MLS football (soccer) team. It has also hosted numerous concerts throughout its history.
Some of the concerts have included artists such as Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, George Strait, Kenney Chesney and more.
Where is Ohio Stadium?
Columbus, Ohio
What is Ohio Stadium’s capacity?
104,944
What was the most-attended game at Ohio Stadium?
November 26, 2016, with 110,045 fans. Ohio State University played against their rival, Michigan.
When was Ohio Stadium last expanded?
The Buckeyes last expanded their stadium in 2014, when they went from 102,329 seats to 102,780.
Kyle Field
Who plays at Kyle Field?
The Texas A&M Aggies. Due to their rowdy fanbase, the stands are often referred to as the “12th man.”
Various high school football games are also played at Kyle Field.
Where is Kyle Field?
College Station, Texas
What is Kyle Field’s capacity?
103,733
What was the most-attended game at Kyle Field?
October 11, 2014, in a game against Ole Miss.
Ole Miss won 35-20. Kyle Field has led the Southeastern Conference in attendance several times since joining the SEC.
When was Kyle Field last expanded?
Kyle Field’s last expansion was in 2013. It was worth over $400 million dollars- making it the largest stadium in the SEC.
Neyland Stadium
Who plays at Neyland Stadium?
The Tennessee Volunteers.
Just like other stadiums, a number of famous music artists have also performed at Neyland Stadium, such as Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Elton John, Jackson 5 and more.
Where is Neyland Stadium?
Knoxville, Tennessee
What is Neyland Stadium’s capacity?
103,455
What was the most-attended game at Neyland Stadium?
September 18, 2004, when they won against their rival, the Florida Gators, 30-28.
When was Neyland Stadium last expanded?
The last expansion was in 2022 when they removed regular seating and upgraded it to a room for the west sideline club, along with the fan deck video board in the north end zone.
Tiger Stadium, also known as Death Valley
Who plays at Tiger Stadium?
The LSU Tigers.
Many well-known artists have played at Tiger Stadium, including Darius Rucker, the Osborne Brothers, Luke Brown band and more.
Up until 2020, the Bayou Country Superfest event also took place at Tiger Stadium, bringing in famous artists every year. This event is on an indefinite hiatus due to funding issues.
Where is Tiger Stadium?
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
What is Tiger Stadium’s capacity?
102,321
What was Tiger Stadium’s most-attended game?
October 22, 2005. LSU beat Auburn in overtime 20-17.
When was Tiger Stadium last expanded?
The field was last expanded in 2014. The stadium added additional seats in the south end zone.
Bryant Denny Stadium
Who plays at Bryant Denny Stadium?
The Alabama Crimson Tide.
The stadium is named after legendary coach Paul “Bear” Bryant. When the stadium was first built in 1929, it was initially called Denny Stadium.
However, it was renamed in 1975 by the state legislature.
Where is Bryant Denny Stadium?
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
What is Bryant Denny Stadium’s capacity?
101,821
What was the most-attended game at Bryant Denny Stadium?
Unlike some of the other stadiums listed in this article, Bryant Denny Stadium has never exceeded its capacity. As a result, there is a four-way tie of 101,821 fans.
When was Bryant Denny Stadium last expanded?
The last expansion occurred in 2010 when around 9,000 seats were added to the south end zone, bringing the capacity to over 100,000.
This was far from the first time the stadium was upgraded. Since the 1920s, the stadium has been renovated 10 times, including six times in the last 35 years.
During these six expansions, the capacity has grown from 70,000 to over 100,000.
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
Who plays at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum?
The USC Trojans.
The Coliseum has also held famous events in other sports such as the three Los Angeles Dodgers games in the 1959 World Series, and a host of other professional football games.
Where is Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum?
Los Angeles, California
What is Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum’s capacity?
93,607
What was the most-attended game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum?
The most-attended game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum happened in 1947, at a game between USC and Notre Dame. This game drew 104,953 fans.
When was Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum last expanded?
This stadium will likely play a major role in hosting the 2028 Olympics, and it was last renovated in 2021.
Sanford Stadium
Who plays at Sanford Stadium?
The Georgia Bulldogs
Where is Sanford Stadium?
Athens, Georgia
What is Sanford Stadium’s capacity?
92,746
What was the most-attended game at Sanford Stadium?
The most-attended Sanford Stadium football game was on September 21, 2019, with 93,246 spectators.
For this game, 500 seats were added in order to accommodate the number of visitors from the University of Notre Dame.
It was also the first game in which Sanford Stadium had LED lights.
When was Sanford Stadium last expanded?
Georgia last upgraded its field in 2018, when it renovated the locker room, hospitality lounge, video board and upper and lower plazas for fans.
Rose Bowl Stadium
Who plays at Rose Bowl Stadium?
The UCLA Bruins.
The stadium hosts the Rose Bowl and it has also hosted other sporting events over the years, such as football (soccer) games and the Olympic Games.
It will also be one of the sites for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Where is Rose Bowl Stadium?
Pasadena, California
What is Rose Bowl Stadium’s capacity?
92,542
What was the most-attended game at Rose Bowl Stadium?
The most-attended game at Rose Bowl Stadium was in 1973 when USC defeated Ohio State 42-17.
When was Rose Bowl Stadium last expanded?
Its last expansion finished in 2015 when it upgraded the hospitality and press area and the hospitality pavilion.
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