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The SEC will move to a nine-game conference football schedule starting in 2026.

The decision was approved by SEC athletic directors and university presidents, driven by the addition of Texas and Oklahoma.

Florida AD Scott Stricklin highlighted the increased exposure and revenue potential of the expanded schedule.

The change requires SEC teams to play at least ten power conference games annually, impacting future non-conference scheduling.

Florida athletic director Scott Stricklin is excited about the move next season to a nine-game SEC football schedule.

Appearing on Gator Talk with Sean Kelley on WRUF (AM 850, FM 98.1) on August 21, Stricklin said the decision to go to nine games was agreed upon by SEC ADs earlier this week in Birmingham, Ala., before being app

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