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College football 'ifs' list: How title contenders can come together
How many big questions have to fall into place for the CFP contenders? Let these tiers be the guide.
Josh Heupel confident in Tennessee offense with QB options
Tennessee enters the 2026 season with one of the highest-profile QB battles in the country and Heupel projects confidence in both.
Heather Dinich: 'Very real' chance SEC could break away from NCAA
Heather Dinich: 'Very real' chance SEC could break away from NCAA
Matt Barrie hyped to host SEC Nation and discusses conference strength
Barrie joins The Paul Finebaum Show at the 2026 SEC Football Kickoff to discuss what has him so excited to be the newest host of SEC Nation.
Aaron Murray breaks down how SEC coaches evaluate quarterbacks
SEC Network analyst and former Georgia standout Aaron Murray explains why the upcoming weeks will be so important in settling some SEC QB1 battles.
New coach Stein says Kentucky will win big 'because of me'
Kentucky coach Will Stein says he has the right blueprint to win and that the Wildcats will have success "because of me."
What could be next as SEC continues to await word from Washington?
Cole Cubelic and Greg McElroy join The Paul Finebaum Show to analyze potential fallouts as college sports continues to struggle to get federal laws passed.
Josh Heupel shares Tennessee's blueprint, strong offseason changes
Heupel expresses excitement in the Vols' hiring of DC Jim Knowles, praising his prestige in defensive adjustments, and gives his thoughts on the new nine-game conference schedule.
What to look for in Day 2 of SEC Football Media Days
The SEC Now Crew describes who they would like to hear from as Georgia, South Carolina, Vanderbilt and Auburn are next up in Tampa.
Will Stein expands on Kentucky's vision, recruiting and new culture
Stein explains how he plans to develop the Wildcats' QBs after finding success with multiple current NFL QBs at his last stop and emphasizes the change in culture coming to Lexington.
Analyzing how Tennessee's QB battle could affect the offense
The SEC Now crew discusses the talents in the Vols' quarterback room and break down why this Tennessee system will support whoever wins the job.
The biggest takeaways from Day 1 of SEC Football Media Days
SEC Network analysts evaluate and select the most important takeaways from the first day of SEC Football Media Days, including UK's confidence, Ahmad Hardy's injury update and Greg Sankey's speech.
Vols' DeSean Bishop stresses importance of balancing faith and football
Bishop lists the advice that Tennessee LB Arion Carter gave him before answering who would win if they met between the tackles while discussing how important a role faith plays in his life.
McGee Essay: 2026 will be the year of the quarterback in the SEC
SEC Network's Ryan McGee whips around the conference to highlight the biggest and brightest stars in college football ready to lead their teams to victory.
Greg Sankey on 16-team and 24-team CFP field discussions
Commissioner Sankey joins SEC Now at the 2026 SEC Football Kickoff to discuss his thought process around adding more teams to the College Football Playoff field.
Josh Heupel reflects on Tennessee's coaching changes, battle for starting QB
Heupel describes the Vols' offseason changes and explains the QB1 battle, stating that the two young prospects will "have to prove it in front of their peers."
UK's Kenny Minchey explains why the SEC means more, making Lexington home
After being announced as the Wildcats' QB1, Minchey reveals to SEC Network's Peter Burns how Will Stein got him to join the Kentucky program.
How Will Stein can bring Kentucky to the top of the SEC
SEC Network analysts expand on Stein's successful stops and how he can continue that success with the Wildcats after building a loaded roster full of impressive transfers.
Will Stein says Kentucky can win on the biggest stage 'because of me'
Stein explains how believing in the Wildcats' process and experience competing at the highest level will bring them success while highlighting transfer QB Kenny Minchey.
What is Warde Manuel's legacy as Michigan AD?
What is Warde Manuel's legacy as Michigan AD?
John Mateer explains his offseason growth, leading the Sooners
Mateer touches on what it means to be a leader for Oklahoma while discussing coming up short last season and using it as motivation to improve his own game.
Eddy Pierre-Louis says Sooners are hungry and skilled in the trenches
Pierre-Louis joins SEC Network's Peter Burns to discuss how proud he is to represent his community and the Oklahoma program at the 2026 SEC Football Kickoff.
Oklahoma QB Mateer back at full strength from hand injury
Oklahoma QB John Mateer said the mental toll he suffered after a hand injury temporarily derailed his season last year was "the hardest thing" he's ever done, but he's now at full strength and has returned to his pre-injury throwing motion.
Brent Venables explains how the Sooners are more prepared this year
Venables joins SEC Now and details his increased confidence in Oklahoma with returning starters who can boost the run game and the more experienced QB John Mateer.
Why Stephen A. says Chambliss is the best SEC QB over Manning
Why Stephen A. says Chambliss is the best SEC QB over Manning
Evaluating Ahmad Hardy's impact on Mizzou ahead of his return to action
After Coach Drinkwitz spilled the news that Hardy will be available this season, SEC Nation debates the impact he will make, claiming he will return to his spot at the top of NCAA running backs.
Missouri's Ahmad Hardy healed from gunshot wound; status still TBD
Missouri RB Ahmad Hardy has been cleared and is expected to make a full recovery from a gunshot wound to the leg, but his timetable for a return remains unclear.
Eliah Drinkwitz outlines Mizzou's starters and 'something to prove' mentality
Drinkwitz explains star RB Ahmad Hardy's rehab and overviews the Tigers' depth at each position while insisting on the motivation his squad has to make some noise in the SEC.
A timeline of Warde Manuel's tenure as Michigan athletic director
Manuel's eventful decade in Ann Arbor has been marked by athletic successes and marred by controversy.
Taylor Wein and the Sooners going into 2026 comfortable and confident
Wein joins SEC This Morning at the 2026 SEC Football Media Days to discuss how strong preparation and camaraderie has Oklahoma ready to take on anyone anywhere.
OU's Brent Venables on SEC: 'This is a line of scrimmage league'
Venables gives insight on how the Sooners will prioritize their physical play on the offensive and defensive lines as well as describing how they use the outside noise to motivate them.
Eliah Drinkwitz previews Mizzou's potential, commitment to development
Drinkwitz excitedly discusses Ole Miss transfer QB Austin Simmons' arm talent, while addressing the returners on defense and explains how the Tigers look to develop their players.
Sankey: SEC breakaway talk over college bill 'honest conversations'
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said he continues to have conversations with congressional leaders about the Protect College Sports Act but stopped short of saying whether all the conference's suggested changes need to be implemented for it to support it.
Greg Sankey: 'We believe we are the best conference in college football'
Commissioner Sankey explains how the SEC has built the most challenging conference with a nine-game conference schedule fueled by passionate play on the field.
Which SEC coach has the most pressure on him ahead of the season?
SEC Nation's analysts debate on which coach is under the brightest lights ahead of the season and could find themselves in trouble if they don't execute.
Greg Sankey highlights SEC's strength in historic year
Commissioner Sankey speaks to how the Southeastern Conference has supported student-athletes through a changing college sports landscape.
How far can Lane Kiffin take LSU in his first season?
After Kiffin's controversial decision to join the Tigers, SEC Nation breaks down the incredible transfers and recruits coming to Baton Rouge while discussing their potential.
Heather Dinich: Warde Manuel stepping down as Michigan AD not a surprise
Heather Dinich: Warde Manuel stepping down as Michigan AD not a surprise
Michigan AD Warde Manuel to step down at end of calendar year
Warde Manuel will step down as Michigan AD at the end of the calendar year, the school announced as part of the conclusion of an investigation into the culture of athletics at the university.
Finebaum: It is title or bust for Texas this season
Finebaum: It is title or bust for Texas this season
2026 SEC college football preview, predictions, top transfers, more
Three seasons have passed without a championship from the SEC, but as always, there are plenty of contenders.
SEC Nation warms up for media days with preseason predictions
Leading into the 2026 SEC Football Kickoff Media Days, the SEC Nation crew takes their picks for the SEC's best offense, most talented roster and more.
McGee Essay: State of the SEC
ESPN's Ryan McGee previews decades of consistent dominance and looks to find the next champion as the SEC faces a three-year CFP National Championship drought.
Evaluating four SEC superstars that are must-see TV
Each SEC Nation analyst selects which SEC star they believe are poised for an incredible year ahead of the 2026-2027 college football season.
Who will be the powerhouses of the SEC this season?
SEC Nation analysts deliberate which SEC teams have what it takes to bring home a national title and end the conference's longest championship drought since 2002.
Duke players say Mensah's abrupt transfer was 'surprising'
Duke players said that the abrupt transfer of quarterback Darian Mensah to Miami in January was 'surprising' and 'crazy.'
Texas Tech's Galaxy naming rights deal includes NIL opportunities
Texas Tech has signed a 15-year naming rights partnership with Galaxy, a deal that includes NIL opportunities for the Big 12 school's student-athletes.
Belichick: UNC 'so far ahead of where we were last year'
Belichick: UNC 'so far ahead of where we were last year'
SMU coach: Duke should have made CFP, not JMU
SMU coach Rhett Lashlee says Duke should have made the college football playoff, not James Madison.
Cignetti on Indiana's season: 'We have to start over completely'
Cignetti on Indiana's season: 'We have to start over completely'