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SEC adopts nine-game conference slate starting in 2026 as CFP metrics shift emphasis on schedule strength

SEC athletic directors adopted a nine-game conference football schedule starting with the 2026-27 season, the league ...

9 Game SEC Schedule and What It Means for Auburn Tigers

The SEC is moving to a nine-game conference schedule, which means a third permanent opponent for the Auburn Tigers.

Auburn AD John Cohen responds to SEC’s switch to nine conference games

“Playing nine Southeastern Conference games, and 10 Power Four games out of 12 contests per year, obviously gives our loyal ...

SEC approves a 9-game conference schedule beginning in 2026, joining the Big Ten and Big 12

The SEC is moving to a nine-game conference schedule in 2026, ending a yearslong debate and potentially easing a path toward ...

Big Ten Comes Up Short Behind the SEC in CBS Sports’ Conference Rankings

Big Ten football has come in second behind the Southeastern Conference in power rankings published by CBS Sports.