For two decades, the SEC crown was a birthright. Now, it is a burden. The throne is heavy, and the kings must fight to keep it. As the 2025 season begins, the South asks itself one question: is the dynasty slipping, or merely pausing before its next wave of conquest?

Aspects of the nine-game schedule include the league sticking with its non-divisional structure, each school playing three annual opponents with a focus on traditional rivalries, the other six opponents on a rotation and facing every SEC opponent at least once every two years and every opponent home and away in four years.

The SEC's schedule change means Mississippi State football must cancel a nonconference game in 2026. Here's what that could look like.

Alabama running back Jam Miller suffered a collarbone injury in a scrimmage on Aug. 16. Here's when he is expected back for the Crimson Tide:

The Texas Longhorns are No. 1 in the national polls and so are naturally atop the SEC. The Aggies could be a rising star.

James Franklin finally got his wish — and a challenge — after the SEC announced a move to a nine-game conference schedule.

On the eve of the 2025 season, the SEC delivered thunderous news that will impact the sport for many seasons as it will adopt a nine-game conference schedule.

With an additional conference game, SEC schools might look to cancel future matchups against Big 12 opponents.

NC State coach Dave Doeren supports the move to nine games but understands the scheduling challenges and hesitancy from other teams.