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Alabama Cancels West Virginia Series, Adds ECU as SEC Shifts to Nine Games in 2026

AD Greg Byrne says the move is aimed at assessing how the CFP values strength of schedule.

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Aug 30, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers running back Rushel Shell (7) stiff arms Alabama Crimson Tide running back Kenyan Drake (17) on a kick off during the third quarter of the 2014 Chick-fil-a kickoff game at Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The SEC approved a ninth conference game beginning in 2026, prompting members to rework non-conference schedules.
  • Alabama dropped its 2026–27 home-and-home with West Virginia and added East Carolina to the 2026 slate.
  • Greg Byrne said Alabama will review long-term Power 4 agreements and may make adjustments but will continue to schedule Power 4 opponents.
  • Alabama plans to preserve seven home games at Bryant-Denny Stadium even as SEC home dates alternate between five and four per year.
  • Recent cancellations by programs such as Nebraska and Indiana indicate a broader reshaping of Power 4 non-conference matchups.