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Podcast: Locked On SEC – Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast
Episode: DOUBLE STANDARD: SEC Football Scheduling DECISION Could DERAIL Playoff Hopes; Big 10 Has Easier Path
Description: SEC football faces a scheduling crossroads—are tough non-conference matchups actually keeping SEC teams out of the playoff? Chris Gordy exposes a glaring double standard between Big Ten and SEC football scheduling, questioning whether the Southeastern Conference is hurting itself by insisting on high-quality non-conference opponents, while Big Ten powers coast in with softer schedules. Insightful analysis spotlights recent playoff selections, the SEC moving to a nine-game conference slate, and how the playoff committee devalues strength of schedule.The conversation heats up with a preview of top 2026 non-conference clashes like Alabama vs. Florida State and Texas vs. Oh...