What Teams Are in SEC Football? Full 2025 List

By Sarah Miller · September 21, 2047

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) football consists of 16 teams as of 2025, following the addition of the University of Oklahoma and the University of Texas. These teams are divided into two divisions: the East and the West. The current SEC football teams are Alabama, Arkansas, Auburn, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, LSU, Missouri, Mississippi State, Ole Miss, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Texas A&M, Vanderbilt, and Oklahoma.

Overview of SEC Football

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) is one of the most competitive and prestigious collegiate athletic conferences in the United States, particularly renowned for its dominance in NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). With a rich tradition of powerhouse programs, the SEC consistently produces national championship contenders and NFL talent.

History and Expansion

Founded in 1932, the SEC originally included 13 schools. Over the decades, it expanded gradually: adding Arkansas and South Carolina in 1991, Missouri and Texas A&M in 2012, and most recently, the University of Oklahoma and the University of Texas in 2024. This expansion increased the conference to 16 members, making it one of the largest Power Five conferences.

Current SEC Teams Breakdown

The SEC is now composed of 16 universities, spanning from the southeastern to the central United States. Below is a breakdown of each team’s location, enrollment size, and notable achievements.

Alabama Crimson Tide – Tuscaloosa, AL – Known for sustained national success under Nick Saban.
Auburn Tigers – Auburn, AL – Rival of Alabama; won national title in 2010.
Georgia Bulldogs – Athens, GA – Back-to-back national champions in 2021 and 2022.
Tennessee Volunteers – Knoxville, TN – Revitalized program under Josh Heupel.
Florida Gators – Gainesville, FL – National champions in 2006 and 2008.
Kentucky Wildcats – Lexington, KY – Strong recent performances under Mark Stoops.
South Carolina Gamecocks – Columbia, SC – Notable for strong recruiting and Steve Spurrier era.
Vanderbilt Commodores – Nashville, TN – Only private school in the SEC; academically elite.
LSU Tigers – Baton Rouge, LA – Won national title in 2019 with Joe Burrow.
Texas A&M Aggies – College Station, TX – Joined in 2012; high-profile signing under Jimbo Fisher.
Mississippi State Bulldogs – Starkville, MS – Achieved No. 1 ranking in 2014.
Ole Miss Rebels – Oxford, MS – Competitive in recent years despite sanctions.
Arkansas Razorbacks – Fayetteville, AR – Only SEC team in the Northwest region.
Mizzou Tigers – Columbia, MO – First school west of the Mississippi in the SEC.
Oklahoma Sooners – Norman, OK – Former Big 12 powerhouse; joined in 2024.
Texas Longhorns – Austin, TX – Historic program with multiple national titles.

SEC Divisions and Structure

Prior to 2024, the SEC was split into East and West divisions, with the winners meeting in the SEC Championship Game. However, starting in 2024, the conference eliminated divisions due to expansion. Now, the top two teams in the conference standings advance directly to the SEC Championship Game based on winning percentage.

Key Changes After Expansion

No more East/West divisional format.
All 16 teams play eight conference games.
Championship participants determined by overall conference record.
Rivalry games like Iron Bowl (Alabama vs. Auburn) and Egg Bowl (Ole Miss vs. Mississippi State) are preserved annually.

Team	Location	Enrollment (2023)	National Titles (Football)	Conference Titles (SEC)	Head Coach (2025)
Alabama	Tuscaloosa, AL	39,623	18*	30	Kalen DeBoer
Auburn	Auburn, AL	32,387	2	8	Hugh Freeze
Georgia	Athens, GA	39,748	3	14	Mike Bobo (interim)
Tennessee	Knoxville, TN	34,188	6	6	Josh Heupel
Florida	Gainesville, FL	57,744	3	8	Billy Napier
Kentucky	Lexington, KY	31,242	0	0	Mark Stoops
South Carolina	Columbia, SC	35,646	0	0	Shane Beamer
Vanderbilt	Nashville, TN	13,240	0	0	Clark Lea
LSU	Baton Rouge, LA	37,514	4	4	Brian Kelly
Texas A&M	College Station, TX	74,627	1	1	Mike Elko
Mississippi State	Starkville, MS	23,521	0	0	Jeff Lebby
Ole Miss	Oxford, MS	21,071	0	0	Jacoby Brown (interim)
Arkansas	Fayetteville, AR	38,108	0	0	Sam Pittman
Mizzou	Columbia, MO	30,831	0	2	Eliah Drinkwitz
Oklahoma	Norman, OK	32,493	7	14 (Big 12)	Brent Venables
Texas	Austin, TX	52,309	4	9 (Big 12)	Steve Sarkisian

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The table highlights the diversity in enrollment and historical success across the conference. Alabama leads with 30 SEC championships and 18 claimed national titles, reflecting its dynasty status. Newcomers Oklahoma and Texas bring significant historical prestige, with seven and four national titles respectively, though their SEC conference titles will be earned starting in 2024. Programs like Vanderbilt and Kentucky, while lacking conference or national titles, have shown growth in competitiveness and NFL draft output.

Notable Rivalries and Traditions

The SEC is famous for intense rivalries that draw national attention:

Iron Bowl: Alabama vs. Auburn – One of the fiercest in college football.
Florida vs. Georgia (World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party): Played annually in Jacksonville.
Tennessee vs. Alabama: Features the “Third Saturday in October” tradition.
Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss (Egg Bowl): In-state rivalry with bowl eligibility implications.
Texas vs. Oklahoma (Red River Showdown): Now played within SEC schedule since both joined the conference.

SEC Football in the College Football Playoff Era

Since the inception of the College Football Playoff (CFP) in 2014, the SEC has been a dominant force. Teams from the conference have made 10 CFP appearances through 2024, with Alabama appearing six times and winning three national titles (2015, 2017, 2020). Georgia won back-to-back titles in 2021 and 2022. The inclusion of Texas and Oklahoma is expected to further strengthen the conference’s national profile and playoff representation.

Frequently Asked Questions About SEC Football Teams

How many teams are in SEC football in 2025?

There are 16 teams in SEC football as of the 2025 season. The conference expanded in 2024 with the addition of the University of Oklahoma and the University of Texas.

Which schools joined the SEC in 2024?

The University of Oklahoma and the University of Texas officially joined the SEC on July 1, 2024, transitioning from the Big 12 Conference.

Did the SEC eliminate divisions in football?

Yes, the SEC eliminated the East and West divisions starting in the 2024 season. The top two teams in the overall conference standings now advance to the SEC Championship Game.

Which SEC team has the most national championships?

The Alabama Crimson Tide claim 18 national championships in football, the most in SEC history and among the highest in NCAA history.

What are the biggest rivalries in SEC football?

Major rivalries include the Iron Bowl (Alabama vs. Auburn), Florida vs. Georgia, Tennessee vs. Alabama, Egg Bowl (Ole Miss vs. Mississippi State), and the Red River Showdown (Texas vs. Oklahoma).

Who are the original SEC football teams?

The original SEC members in 1932 were Alabama, Auburn, Florida, Georgia, Georgia Tech, Kentucky, Louisiana State, Mississippi, Mississippi State, Sewanee, Tennessee, Tulane, and Vanderbilt. Most have remained, though Georgia Tech and Tulane left in the 1960s, and Sewanee withdrew earlier.

Which SEC team has never won a conference title?

Vanderbilt and Missouri are the only current SEC teams that have not won an SEC football championship since joining the conference. Vanderbilt last won a conference title in 1922 (before joining SEC), and Missouri joined in 2012.