SEC, transfer portal and College Football Playoff
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Manning looked sharp in a November win against Vanderbilt and again in the bowl win against Michigan. That’s a good sign. Manning and coach Steve Sarkisian must continue to embrace that Manning’s speed and agility rank among his top qualities. He’s a true dual threat, and he must be used accordingly.
Consider that 2-year stretch over because mercy, there’s a loaded group of returning SEC running backs heading into 2026. In the final days of the lone portal window being open, the SEC’s group of running backs for 2026 is stacked to the brim with proven playmakers.
A former LSU football wide receiver found a new home in the SEC: Jelani Watkins is an Arkansas Razorback. Watkins spent two years with the Tigers before hitting the portal. LSU had a portal exodus on the offensive side of the ball as new coach Lane Kiffin rebuilt the entire offensive staff.
After gaining a commitment of former five-star QB DJ Lagway, Baylor needed to surround him with some playmakers. While Lagway hasn't signed yet, it sounds promi
The College Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 featured two former SEC standouts, but the ballot had 13 candidates from the conference.
Ohio State does it again in the transfer portal, landing commitments from two SEC defenders in what appears to be a package deal. Former Alabama Crimson Tide starters James Smith and Qua Russaw have both committed to the Buckeyes. Each entered college as a five-star recruit and both rank among the top players available in the portal this cycle.
The Georgia Bulldogs are losing their top offensive tackle to the 2026 NFL draft and will have to replace at least two offensive line starters
No SEC team has participated in a national title game since Georgia won its second straight national title in 2022
Ryan Clark compared Miami, an ACC powerhouse, to an SEC squad after its dramatic semifinal victory over Ole Miss.