New Format For 2024 Season

SEC Announces Football Tiebreaker Rules for 16-Team League

New Format for 2024 Season

As the SEC football season nears, conference officials have finalized the tiebreakers for who gets into the SEC Championship Game.

Tiebreaker Procedures

In the event of a tie between teams competing for a spot in the SEC championship game, the following procedures will be used in order:

1. Head-to-head record
2. Record against common opponents
3. Overall conference winning percentage
4. Highest College Football Playoff ranking
5. Random draw of the tied teams

SEC Championship Game Details

The SEC championship game will be held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Dec. 2, 2024.

Expansion and Restructuring

The SEC's expansion and restructuring have set the stage for a new era in the conference with a focus on competitive balance and increased revenue.

Conclusion

The SEC's new tiebreaker rules are designed to ensure that the best teams make it to the championship game.