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Timeline for 2026 scheduling and Permanent rivals
Posted on: August 22, 2025 at 15:18:26 CT
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Got tired of all the guessing and just asked AI.
What is the timeline for the SEC conference to name it's football permanent rivals?
Answer: The SEC is targeting December 2025 for the official release of its new football schedule, which will include each team’s three permanent rivals under the upcoming nine-game conference format starting in 2026.
🗓️ Timeline Overview
Here’s how it’s expected to unfold:
Mid-2025 (Current Season): Schools will receive their 2026 opponents internally, likely by mid-season.
December 2025: The SEC plans to publicly announce the full 2026 schedule, including permanent rivals, during a reveal event similar to past years.
🔍 How Rivals Are Chosen
Commissioner Greg Sankey emphasized that the selection will prioritize:
Historic rivalries (e.g., Alabama–Auburn, Georgia–Florida)
Geographic proximity
Competitive balance across the league
What is the timeline for the SEC conference to name it's football permanent rivals?
Answer: The SEC is targeting December 2025 for the official release of its new football schedule, which will include each team’s three permanent rivals under the upcoming nine-game conference format starting in 2026.
🗓️ Timeline Overview
Here’s how it’s expected to unfold:
Mid-2025 (Current Season): Schools will receive their 2026 opponents internally, likely by mid-season.
December 2025: The SEC plans to publicly announce the full 2026 schedule, including permanent rivals, during a reveal event similar to past years.
🔍 How Rivals Are Chosen
Commissioner Greg Sankey emphasized that the selection will prioritize:
Historic rivalries (e.g., Alabama–Auburn, Georgia–Florida)
Geographic proximity
Competitive balance across the league
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Timeline for 2026 scheduling and Permanent rivals - samclemens MU - 8/22 15:18:26