According to multiple reports, the Southeastern Conference is prepared to announce that it’s 2020 football schedule will consist of only conference matchups.
AL.com reports that the conference will move the season’s start date to September 26 with the SEC Championship Game slated for December 19. The league is expected to move to ten conference games, but more clarity is expected after a 4:45 PM (EST) announcement from the league.
On Wednesday, the ACC announced a 10-game conference schedule with a plus-one model, that seemingly allowed in-state rivalries, such as Florida – Florida State, to be played. The SEC announcement is expected to squash those possibilities.
In addition to the Gators and Seminoles, the announcement will affect the following rivalries: Georgia – Georgia Tech, Kentucky – Louisville, South Carolina – Clemson.
UPDATE:
A new schedule will be released at a later date, the conference announced.
“After careful consideration of the public health indicators in our region and following advice of our medical advisors, we have determined that this is the best course of action to prepare for a safe and healthy return to competition for SEC student-athletes, coaches and others associated with our sports programs.”
–SEC commissioner Greg Sankey
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