Top SEC Football Matchups to Watch in 2024

The 2024 SEC football season is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory, with high-stakes matchups every weekend. Here are my top picks for each weekend, featuring some of the biggest showdowns in the conference.

9/21: Tennessee at Oklahoma The Volunteers travel to Norman to take on the Sooners in what promises to be an explosive game. Tennessee’s high-powered offense will be tested against Oklahoma’s revamped defense, making this an early-season clash with significant Playoff implications.

9/28: Georgia at Alabama This is the game every SEC fan has circled on their calendar. Georgia heads to Tuscaloosa for a heavyweight battle against Alabama. Both teams have National Championship aspirations, and this game could very well be a sneak peek into the College Football Playoff.

10/5: Missouri at Texas A&M Missouri’s quest for SEC supremacy takes them to College Station, where they’ll face Texas A&M. The Aggies’ home-field advantage will be tough to overcome, but Missouri’s potent offense, led by Brady Cook and Luther Burden, makes this a must-watch game.

10/12: Texas at Oklahoma The Red River Rivalry is always a spectacle, but with both Texas and Oklahoma now in the SEC, this year’s matchup takes on even greater significance. Expect a fierce battle in the Cotton Bowl as these two storied programs face off.

10/19: Georgia at Texas Georgia’s road to another SEC title goes through Austin this week. The Bulldogs will be tested by a Texas team eager to make its mark in its first year in the SEC. This game is sure to have major implications for both the conference and the College Football Playoff race.

10/26: Missouri at Alabama Missouri’s toughest test of the season comes in late October when they visit Alabama. The Tigers will need to be at their best to pull off an upset in Bryant-Denny Stadium. This game will be a defining moment in Missouri’s season.

11/2: Florida at Georgia The World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party returns with another high-stakes edition. Florida and Georgia clash in Jacksonville with SEC East supremacy likely on the line. This rivalry never disappoints, and this year’s matchup is no exception.

11/9: Oklahoma at Missouri (Honorable Mention: Georgia at Ole Miss) Oklahoma heads to Columbia to take on Missouri in a game that could have major Playoff implications. Both teams are loaded with talent, and this game could be a turning point in the season. Georgia’s visit to Ole Miss is also worth keeping an eye on, as the Rebels look to play spoiler.

11/16: Tennessee at Georgia Another colossal SEC East showdown as Tennessee travels to Athens to face Georgia. Both teams are likely to be in the thick of the Playoff race, and this game could determine who punches their ticket to Atlanta for the SEC Championship Game.

11/23: Alabama at Oklahoma In one of the most anticipated games of the season, Alabama visits Oklahoma. This late-season clash could be a Playoff eliminator, with both teams looking to secure their spot in the final twelve. Expect a high-intensity battle between two of college football’s elite programs.

11/30: Arkansas at Missouri (Honorable Mention: Auburn at Alabama) The regular season wraps up with Arkansas visiting Missouri in what could be a critical game for both teams’ postseason hopes. The Battle Line Rivalry has grown in intensity, and this year’s edition could be one of the best yet. Meanwhile, the Iron Bowl between Auburn and Alabama is always a spectacle and could have its usual significant implications.

This season is packed with must-see matchups every weekend, and these games are sure to deliver unforgettable moments in the race for SEC dominance and College Football Playoff glory.