The season began on August 31, 2024 and concluded with the Conference Championship Game on December 7, 2024.

James Madison was not eligible to play in the conference championship game due to NCAA rules regarding transitioning from FCS to FBS, and so East division runner-ups Appalachian State played in the championship game.

In the Conference Championship Game, Troy defeated Appalachian State by a score of 49–23.

2024–2025 records against non-conference foes: This is a list of games the Sun Belt has scheduled versus power conference teams (ACC, Big 10, Big 12, Pac-12, Notre Dame and SEC).

The following individuals received postseason honors as voted by the Sun Belt Conference football coaches at the end of the season.