The Southeastern Conference (SEC) is transitioning to a nine-game conference football schedule starting in 2025, aligning with the Big Ten and Big 12 conferences, which already have nine-game schedules. This marks the first schedule change for the SEC since 1992. The new format includes a 10th game against a Power 4 opponent, responding to upcoming College Football Playoff (CFP) changes that will place greater emphasis on strength of schedule in rankings. The adjustment is expected to influence postseason dynamics and revenue streams. Despite the schedule change, traditional matchups such as the 2030 and 2033 games between the UCF Knights and Florida Gators will remain unaffected. Florida football coach Billy Napier has publicly discussed the new SEC schedule, the upcoming season opener against LIU (Long Island University), and the ongoing rivalry with Florida State University during SEC football teleconferences. The 2025 season is viewed as a pivotal year for college football, with significant attention on how athletic directors, coaches, players, and fans adapt to these structural changes.