Venue Information
Year Opened
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Houston Oilers
Previously:
Robertson Stadium
(1960–1964)
Moved to:
NRG Astrodome
(1968–1969)
|
AFL | 1965 - 1967 |
|
Rice Owls
Moved to:
Wendel D. Ley Track and Holloway Field
(1950–2023)
|
College Football | 1912 - Present |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Rice Stadium?
The capacity of Rice Stadium is 47,000.
When was Rice Stadium built?
Rice Stadium opened in 1950.
Who plays at Rice Stadium?
Rice Stadium is the home venue of Rice Owls.
Where did the Houston Oilers play before Rice Stadium?
Before moving to Rice Stadium in 1965, the Houston Oilers played at Robertson Stadium from 1960 to 1964.
Where did the Houston Oilers play after Rice Stadium?
After leaving Rice Stadium in 1967, the Houston Oilers moved to NRG Astrodome in 1968. They played there until 1969.
Where did the Rice Owls play after Rice Stadium?
The Rice Owls moved to Wendel D. Ley Track and Holloway Field in 1950. They played there until 2023.
Historical Names
Houston Stadium
Unknown - Present
Rice Stadium
Unknown - Present
Current