SEC Quarterback Outlook for 2026: SI’s Early Projections
Sports Illustrated’s preliminary look at the 2026 SEC quarterback race highlights emerging talents, veteran takeovers and the impact of coaching shifts across the league.
May 26, 2026
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Xavier Atkins Emerges as Defensive Anchor for Auburn
Xavier Atkins' breakout season at Auburn showcases a blend of statistical dominance, accolades and rising pressure as the program's talent pool deepens.
May 26, 2026
SEC Quarterback Rankings Preview for the 2026 Season
Spring practices across the SEC have already begun to shape the narrative for the 2026 college football season, and early quarterback rankings are emerging from the first wave of games and workouts. Arch Manning, the 2026 Heisman favorite and projected No. 1 overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, looms as a focal point of the conversation.
May 25, 2026
SEC Quarterback Power Rankings: 2026 Outlook After Spring Sessions
Spring practices have set the stage for a volatile SEC quarterback race, with emerging stars, injury comebacks and transfer battles shaping each team's prospects.
May 25, 2026
Eight Must‑Watch Non‑Conference College Football Games to Start the 2026 Season
The 2026 college football slate features eight marquee non‑conference matchups that promise drama, surprise and national implications, highlighted by high‑profile quarterback returns and coaching debuts.
May 24, 2026
Auburn Football Hires New Coaching Staff, Infuses South Florida Talent
Auburn University's new head coach Alex Golesh has assembled a coaching staff that blends former South Florida assistants with rehired alumni, aiming to replicate the offensive success of the 2025 USF team while strengthening the defense.
May 24, 2026
Auburn’s New Coaching Staff Shakes Up 2026 Season
Auburn University announced a sweeping overhaul of its football coaching staff, tapping former South Florida coordinators and rehiring a proven defensive mind.
May 24, 2026
Byrum Brown’s 2026 SEC Ranking Signals Bright Future for Auburn
Crain and Cone’s latest digital show places Auburn’s quarterback Byrum Brown at No. 8 among SEC signal callers, highlighting his blend of experience and versatility.
May 23, 2026
Auburn Tigers’ Transfer Portal Surge Climbs to No. 9 Nationally
Auburn’s football program is riding a wave of optimism as its 2026 transfer portal class climbs to ninth overall in the national rankings, driven by key transfers and a focus on team chemistry.
May 21, 2026
SEC 2026: A New Coaching Era and Shifting Power Balances
The Southeastern Conference enters 2026 with a wave of new leadership, key player returns, and strategic shifts that could reshape the college football landscape.
May 20, 2026
Ranking the Top USF Football Seasons After Jim Leavitt’s Exit
The 2025 USF Bulls climbed to #18 in the national SP+ rankings, delivering signature wins and near‑misses that defined a memorable season, while the 2015 squad staged a dramatic mid‑year resurgence.
May 18, 2026
Auburn’s Spring Surge Raises Hopes for a Quick Return to Prominence
After five consecutive losing seasons, Auburn’s program is showing signs of revival under first‑year head coach Alex Golesh, who has bolstered the roster with quarterback Byrum Brown and retained defensive coordinator D.J. Durkin. The latest CBS Sports power rankings reflect cautious optimism.
May 17, 2026
Alabama’s Revamped Run Defense Faces Crucial 2026 Tests
Alabama’s defense has upgraded its run‑stopping identity, but upcoming matchups against Texas A&M, Georgia, Mississippi State and Auburn will reveal how quickly the new system can handle elite rushing attacks.
May 17, 2026
College Football’s 2026 Statistical Leaders: Transfers, Injuries, and New Frontiers
From Josh Hoover’s record‑breaking passing yards to Ahmad Hardy’s recovery from a gunshot wound, the 2026 season promises dramatic storylines for the nation’s most prolific college football athletes.
May 16, 2026
SEC Quarterback Showdown: 12 Opponents Set to Test Alabama’s Defense in 2026
Alabama's 2026 schedule brings a parade of elite quarterbacks, each with distinct strengths and storylines that could shape the Crimson Tide's defensive preparations.
May 14, 2026
Alabama’s 2026 Schedule Draws a Who’s Who of Quarterbacks
From Georgia's rising star Gunner Stockton to Texas A&M's Marcel Reed, Alabama will face a parade of proven and promising quarterbacks in 2026, each bringing a distinct skill set that could reshape the SEC landscape.
May 14, 2026
Florida Gators’ 2026 Schedule Highlights Baseball, Softball, and Football Prospects
This week's Swampcast recap explores the upcoming 2026 football slate, the baseball team's surge toward a top‑seed regional, and the softball squad's deep postseason aspirations under Coach Tim Walton.
May 12, 2026
Gators’ 2026 slate: pivotal showdowns and postseason hopes
This week’s Swampcast brings together veteran voices Kevin Brockway, Andrew Abadie and Noah Ram as they unpack the Gators’ 2026 slate across football, baseball and softball. In football, the conversation centers on a 7.3 average win total for opponents, a slight dip from last year, and the marquee Week 3 road test at Auburn that could set the tone for first‑year head coach Jon Sumrall’s tenure. Baseball has ridden a late‑season surge that not only secures a regional host but also places the team in the mix for a Super Regional and a top‑eight national seed, with the final push likely to be decided between Florida and Southern Miss. Softball enters the season as the No. 6 national seed, set to host Georgia Tech, Texas State and Florida A&M in the Gainesville Regional, and a potential Super Regional showdown with Texas Tech could pit the Gators against star pitcher NiJaree Canady. Under head coach Tim Walton, Florida softball has not lost a home regional in 14 years and has never fallen in a Super Regional outside of matchups with Georgia, underscoring a home‑field advantage that could prove decisive.
May 12, 2026
SEC Spring Practice Hype: Coaches, Quarterbacks, and Playoff Expectations
Spring practice in the SEC has turned modest developments into headline stories, with new coaches, returning quarterbacks and traditional powers all vying for the 2026 championship.
May 12, 2026
Ole Miss Prepares for a Grueling 2026‑27 Football Campaign
The Ole Miss Rebels face one of the toughest schedules in college football, confronting top SEC rivals and key returning stars across a demanding stretch of games.
May 11, 2026