SEC Network unveils expansive 2026 college football slate, kicks off Sept. 3

SEC Network announced its 2026 slate, opening Sept. 3 with Missouri vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff and showcasing 37 SEC games across ESPN networks in the first three weeks, with schedule windows and Flex options to be announced June 10; highlights include a Week 1 tripleheader, the Aflac Kickoff Baylor vs. Auburn, a Liberty Mutual Music City Kickoff, and marquee Week 2–3 matchups on ABC, such as Alabama at Kentucky, Georgia–Arkansas, Florida State vs. Alabama, and Ole Miss vs. LSU, with full details to follow later this summer.