The ACC is the last Power Four league playing eight conference games. With the SEC, Big Ten, and Big 12 all moving to nine, pressure is mounting. Here’s what it means for scheduling, rivalries, and the College Football Playoff.

NC State coach Dave Doeren supports the move to nine games but understands the scheduling challenges and hesitancy from other teams.

The Southeastern Conference is moving to a nine-game conference schedule beginning in 2026 BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Southeastern Conference is moving to a nine-game conference schedule beginning in 2026,