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Cole Kelley is Arkansas’ backup quarterback, for now
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Arkansas redshirt freshman Cole Kelley is the Razorbacks’ backup quarterback, coach Bret Bielema announced Wednesday. Bielema said he met with Kelley and Ty Storey on Tuesday and discussed...
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South Carolina football: Jake Bentley’s brother wins starting QB job
Hale McGranahanJake Bentley will start at quarterback for South Carolina on Sept. 2. Just a few days prior, Shuler, his older brother, will start for Murray State. That’s according to the...
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Kentucky Basketball Recruiting: Cats have ‘a great shot’ at landing 5-star Cameron Reddish
Kyle TuckerLEXINGTON, Ky. — Cameron Reddish recently cut his list to five schools and the top-5 overall recruit in the Class of 2018 told Rivals.com that his commitment is likely coming “sooner...
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Quality Wins: How Kentucky basketball stacks up against Kansas
Joe MussattoEditor’s note: During the 2017-18 season, Kentucky will play five non-conference games against Power 5 teams that made the NCAA Tournament last season — Kansas (Nov. 14 in Chicago), Virginia...
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Auburn football’s run-pass balance in 2017 won’t be defined by numbers
Justin FergusonAUBURN, Ala. — It’s easy for Auburn football fans to get caught up in the numbers. Auburn ran the ball 69 percent of the time last season. The Tigers had...
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Ed Orgeron discusses LSU’s 5 remaining position battles ahead of season opener
Nick SussBATON ROUGE, La. — The position battles didn’t end Tuesday with LSU announcing its starting quarterback. Despite incumbent Danny Etling being named the starter for the Tigers against BYU on...
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Arkansas’ only 4-year defensive starter is ready to break out
Eric BolinHenre' Toliver spent the last two years playing out of position. The Arkansas senior is a four-year starter, though, who is finally back where he belongs
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Relationship with Tennessee WR coach Kevin Beard helps bring commitment from Shocky Jacques-Louis
Blake MorganPersistence has paid off for the Tennessee coaching staff on the recruiting trail, and Monday was the latest dividend. Tennessee received a commitment from wide receiver Shocky Jacques-Louis, who became...
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Jim McElwain on Florida’s QB situation: ‘They’re all going to play’
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida coach Jim McElwain didn’t wait for the question, dealing a preemptive update — or non-update — to anyone hoping he might be ready to name a starting...
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What Florida coach Jim McElwain said at his press conference Wednesday
Jordan McPhersonGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida coach Jim McElwain spoke with media on Wednesday and gave recaps from the scrimmage on Friday as well as an update on the quarterback race. It...
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Better experience as a starting QB: Luke Del Rio or Malik Zaire?
Zach AbolverdiWelcome to Chomp Chat, SEC Country’s daily Florida podcast with Gators beat writer Zach Abolverdi and UF broadcaster Jeff Cardozo. Two of Florida’s three potential starters in this year’s quarterback competition have...
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Auburn OL target Dylan Wonnum explains Auburn’s lead, relationship with Herb Hand
Benjamin WolkWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Auburn Tigers football recruiting notebook with Auburn recruiting beat writer Benjamin Wolk. It’s Wednesday, and we break down the Tigers’ lead for Dylan Wonnum. Also, Michael Harris...
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Tennessee commit Brendon Harris done talking to other teams, focused on Vols
Blake MorganTennessee is looking to recapture its glory from the 1990s. Join us daily at SEC Country for the latest Tennessee recruiting news and notes on the next crop of Volunteers....
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Other DT options for Florida with Dante Stills deciding Thursday
Zach AbolverdiAs Jim McElwain tries to rebuild Florida football into a championship program, one of his mottos is “recruit daily or die.” Join us here on SEC Country for a daily recap of the latest Florida recruiting news,...
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Arkansas’ recruiting in secondary drastically improved since Paul Rhoads joined Hogs
Trent ShadidWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Arkansas Razorbacks recruiting notebook. In this edition, we discuss recruiting improvements in the defensive backfield. Arkansas landing higher-rated DBs since Paul Rhoads’ hiring Whether Arkansas will...
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LSU has zeroed in on an in-state QB for 2019
Sam SpiegelmanWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Eye on the Tigers, a rundown of everything happening in LSU Tigers recruiting, with Sam Spiegelman. Today, we discuss an in-state quarterback whom LSU has targeted as perhaps...
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Alabama poised to land ‘a special freak’ on Saturday; plus, a prediction change on RB committing Thursday
Chris KirschnerWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Roll Tide-ings, a rundown of everything happening in Alabama Crimson Tide recruiting with Chris Kirschner. Today, we talk the latest with a top Alabama target set...
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South Carolina recruiting: Looking ahead to the Gamecocks DT targets
Hale McGranahanWhenever Will Muschamp lands a commitment, the South Carolina coach drops a #SpursUp on Twitter. Come to SEC Country for the latest news, notes and observations in South Carolina recruiting. The roster...
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Arkansas Razorbacks podcast: Chase Hayden will rush for 1,000 yards
John NaborsFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Welcome to SEC Country’s daily Arkansas Borderline Erotic podcast, the most-listened-to Razorbacks podcast in the country. In this episode, John Nabors talks about some bold Arkansas predictions for...
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Auburn football: More preseason honors, women’s hoops schedule and soccer stays put
Lauren ShuteAuburn football is the No. 1 topic in the War Eagle Wakeup every day — but we cover news, notes and analysis from across the Tigers’ sports world. Join us each...
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Alabama football: 5 players named preseason All-Americans as preseason camp nears end
Sean LandryFive Alabama players were named preseason AP All-Americans. The offensive line remains the only real positional question mark as Florida State prep nears.
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Bayou Bengal Briefing: 3 reasons LSU made the right decision starting Danny Etling at QB
Nick SussLSU football is in the news every day, and the Bayou Bengal Briefing is here to keep you updated with the latest headlines five mornings a week. Join us every Monday through Friday...
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Butch Jones: Tennessee offensive line needs more focus, discipline and execution
Mike GriffithKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee football gets back to practice Wednesday after a much-needed day off, with the coaches on the brink of settling starting spots and rotations. Coach Butch Jones...
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Arkansas fans are some of the most miserable in the country, ESPN says
Eric BolinArkansas football rules the world of Razorbacks sports. So, with your bacon, have some Hogs for Breakfast and get caught up. It’s SEC Country’s weekday column and roundup on all...
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SI: Why the Florida Gators will (or won’t) make the College Football Playoff
Jordan McPhersonFlorida Gators football is the No. 1 topic in Good Morning, Gators every day — but we cover news, notes and analysis from across the Gators sports world. Join us...
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Kentucky football: Updated season ticket numbers reflect slow sales pace
Joe MussattoKentucky sold 648 season football tickets in the last two weeks, but the athletic department’s push to sell 40,000 season tickets remains well behind pace. As of Aug. 7, 32,885...
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Gators’ Eddy Pineiro talks 81-yard FG, how deep Jim McElwain will let him kick in game
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida kicker Eddy Pineiro says coach Jim McElwain has indicated he’ll let him try a field goal from 65 or 68 yards in a game this season, and...
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LSU names Danny Etling starting quarterback for 2017 season
Alex HickeyBATON ROUGE, La. — As expected, senior Danny Etling will open the 2017 season as LSU’s starting quarterback. Tigers coach Ed Orgeron named Etling the starter against BYU on Sept....
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What LSU football coach Ed Orgeron said after practice Tuesday
Nick SussBATON ROUGE, La. — LSU football coach Ed Orgeron addressed the media Tuesday night after his Tigers took to the indoor practice facility to avoid the rain. Orgeron talked about...
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Gators offensive lineman on QB battle: ‘It’s closer than what I expected’
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida offensive lineman Fred Johnson said that at the start of camp he had an expectation for how the Gators’ quarterback competition would go. But now, less than...
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Brian Daboll’s offense at Alabama all about matchups, diversity and being ‘dangerous’
Christopher WalshTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Junior wide receiver Calvin Ridley compares it to being on “a straightaway train,” one that’s already building momentum, and set on a fixed course off the horizon....
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Photos from LSU’s second open football practice of the fall
Sam SpiegelmanBATON ROUGE, La. — After keeping fall camp football practices closed to the media for the past three weeks, LSU opened up the curtains on Tuesday for the second time...
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Kentucky football: Eddie Gran says ‘no doubt’ Sihiem King is No. 2 RB
Joe MussattoLEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky offensive coordinator Eddie Gran is often hesitant to talk about the depth chart, but he made it clear Tuesday that junior Sihiem King, and not redshirt...
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LOOK: Full photo gallery from Florida’s practice Tuesday
Jordan McPhersonGAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Gators returned to the practice fields on Tuesday afternoon. For the first time since they reconvened for the fall, the Gators spent practice at the...
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Alabama football: Star RB returns from illness; LB limited
Marq BurnettTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The camp portion of practice for Alabama football is officially over as classes begin at the University of Alabama on Wednesday. Players will return to a normal...
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WATCH: Auburn commit Michael Harris shows highlight capability, describes style of play
Benjamin WolkMichael Harris was tired. He was hurt. But play in and play out, the Auburn linebacker commit looked like the hungriest player on the football field last Saturday when his...
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Blending fun and ferocity, Auburn linebackers play with ‘different type of love’
Lauren ShuteAUBURN, Ala. — The oneness of Auburn football’s linebackers is as visible as the numbers on their orange and blue practice jerseys. Whether the group is wrapping up opposing offensive players...
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Projecting the Florida Gators’ depth chart on defense
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — The biggest questions about Florida’s defense are ones that can’t and won’t be answered until the Gators play a game. In losing eight guys to the NFL, rebuilding...
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Tennessee’s Christian Coleman: Master-class Usain Bolt-beater now back in college class
Blake MorganKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Former Tennessee track star Christian Coleman has accomplished so much in the past year of his life. Win four sprint national championships in one year. Check. Compete...
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Kentucky Basketball Recruiting: Wildcats offer 5-star Keldon Johnson on visit to campus
Kyle TuckerLEXINGTON, Ky. — Keldon Johnson waited patiently for a scholarship offer from Kentucky basketball and the 5-star Class of 2018 wing finally got one during an unofficial visit to campus on...
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Tennessee basketball freshman Derrick Walker’s rebounding could translate to playing time
Blake MorganKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee freshman Derrick Walker looks the part on the basketball court, and he’s showing he can play the part. The forward has impressed the coaching staff and...
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Alabama football: Keeping things light, Rashaan Evans ready to lead Tide’s defense
Marq BurnettTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — When mentioning the most versatile players for Alabama football, linebacker Rashaan Evans has to be near the top of the list. Evans, a former 5-star prospect, has...
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LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda raves about young linebackers
Nick SussBATON ROUGE, La. — Late in the evening, when most Americans are probably getting ready for bed and trying to decide which late-night infomercial to doze off to, LSU defensive...
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Tennessee football podcast: Can Butch Jones turn back Vols’ clock 20 years?
Mike GriffithKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Butch Jones has turned back the clock 10 years at Tennessee and brought the Vols back into the world of perennial Top 25 teams. Can Jones scratch...
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Arkansas freshman Chase Hayden poised to make immediate impact
Trent ShadidFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Chase Hayden took the handoff and charged toward a hint of an opening in the offensive line. When he reached the line of scrimmage, his lane was narrowing....
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Final Fourcast: How Hamidou Diallo can help Kentucky make a run in 2017-18
Joe MussattoEDITOR’S NOTE: John Calipari is preparing to put his youngest team yet on the floor — and that is saying something — for the 2017-18 season. Among the 11 scholarship...
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Casey Dunn’s grad transfer to Auburn was about more than just football
Justin FergusonAUBURN, Ala. — Casey Dunn’s decision to join Auburn football had a lot to do with books. The two-time FCS All-America center from Jacksonville State — a team that almost...
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CBS analyst Gary Danielson questions Malik Zaire’s fit at QB for Florida
Zach AbolverdiGAINESVILLE, Fla — A number of college football analysts have questioned Florida’s addition of graduate transfer quarterback Malik Zaire. Gary Danielson is one of those folks. In an interview with...
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Florida Gators podcast: CBS analyst Gary Danielson doesn’t see Malik Zaire as the ‘weapon’ Florida needs at QB
Zach AbolverdiWelcome to Chomp Chat, SEC Country’s daily Florida podcast with Gators beat writer Zach Abolverdi and UF broadcaster Jeff Cardozo. In an SEC Country exclusive, CBS commentor Gary Danielson joins Tuesday’s podcast...
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Arkansas SEC Moment No. 9: The end of the Nolan Richardson era
Eric BolinNo one wanted it to end the way it did. Arkansas and Nolan Richardson just belonged together. Divorces, though, can be messy, and the Razorbacks have not
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Everything newest Tennessee commit Shocky Jacques-Louis brings to the Vols
Blake MorganTennessee is looking to recapture its glory from the 1990s. Join us daily at SEC Country for the latest Tennessee recruiting news and notes on the next crop of Volunteers....
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Asa Martin’s high school coach breaks down his expectations for Thursday decision
Benjamin WolkWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Auburn Tigers football recruiting notebook with Auburn recruiting beat writer Benjamin Wolk. It’s Tuesday, and we catch up with Asa Martin‘s coach about what he expects. Also...
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Alabama football: Players give early assessment of Florida State
Marq BurnettTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — We’re a little less than two weeks away from Alabama football vs. Florida State, but it’s never to early to get an early breakdown of the matchup....
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Arkansas still making former TE commit Luke Ford a high priority
Trent ShadidWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Arkansas Razorbacks recruiting notebook. In this edition, we discuss a tight end target and how prom compares to the 2018 class. Arkansas staff sends handwritten letters...
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Pledge from WR Anthony Schwartz would give Gators the No. 1 class in SEC
Zach AbolverdiAs Jim McElwain tries to rebuild Florida football into a championship program, one of his mottos is “recruit daily or die.” Join us here on SEC Country for a daily recap of the latest Florida recruiting news,...
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Is an LSU offer why Aaron Brule’ has delayed his commitment?
Sam SpiegelmanWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Eye on the Tigers, a rundown of everything happening in LSU Tigers recruiting, with Sam Spiegelman. Today, we discuss why 3-star defensive back Aaron Brule‘ has put off...
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Major RB target Asa Martin’s coach talks recruitment, fit at Alabama just days before decision
Chris KirschnerI visited Asa Martin at Austin High School (Decatur, Ala.) in April just days prior to him picking up an offer from the Crimson Tide when he visited for A-Day. He told me at the time that he didn't think he would be a good fit in Alabama's offense.
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South Carolina recruiting: Looking ahead to the Gamecocks QB targets
Hale McGranahanWhenever Will Muschamp lands a commitment, the South Carolina coach drops a #SpursUp on Twitter. Come to SEC Country for the latest news, notes and observations in South Carolina recruiting. The roster...
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Arkansas Razorbacks podcast: Bret Bielema’s approval rating
John NaborsFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Welcome to SEC Country’s daily Arkansas Borderline Erotic podcast, the most-listened-to Razorbacks podcast in the country. In this episode, John Nabors talks about Bret Bielema’s approval rating among...
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Bayou Bengal Briefing: Matt Canada gives thoughts on LSU’s QB battle
Nick SussLSU football is in the news every day, and the Bayou Bengal Briefing is here to keep you updated with the latest headlines five mornings a week. Join us every Monday through Friday...
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Alabama football: Crimson Tide top preseason AP poll
Sean LandryAlabama garnered the top spot of the preseason AP poll. Several Alabama players enjoyed the eclipse Monday afternoon.
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Auburn football: Outside the top 10, game day on the Plains gets a face-lift
Lauren ShuteAuburn football is the No. 1 topic in the War Eagle Wakeup every day — but we cover news, notes and analysis from across the Tigers’ sports world. Join us each...
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Preparing for intimidating Georgia Tech option attack puts pressure on Tennessee defense
Mike GriffithKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Georgia Tech’s famed triple option is coming for Tennessee’s rebuilt defense, and the Vols will soon have their backs to the wall. Coach Butch Jones has done...
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Where Florida football stands after the AP top-25 rankings were released
Jordan McPhersonFlorida Gators football is the No. 1 topic in Good Morning, Gators every day — but we cover news, notes and analysis from across the Gators sports world. Join us...
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The latest on 4-star LB Channing Tindall; plus, ranking the state’s top 20 prospects
Daniel SweeneyWelcome to SEC Country’s Chicken & Waffles, your daily dish for all things South Carolina Gamecocks football, basketball and more. Miss a previous edition? Find every edition of SEC Country’s...
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People think Kentucky football is better than Arkansas? Seriously?
Eric BolinArkansas didn't get a single vote in the preseason Associated Press Top 25. You know which surprising SEC school did? Kentucky. And if the Razorbacks are
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BREAKING: Tennessee WR Josh Smith injury update: CT scan results produce optimism
Mike GriffithKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee senior receiver Josh Smith could return sooner than expected from a collarbone injury. A source with knowledge of Smith’s injury said that a CT scan revealed...
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Photos from LSU’s first open practice of the fall
Sam SpiegelmanBATON ROUGE, La. — After keeping fall camp football practices closed to the media for the past three weeks, LSU opened up the curtains on Monday as the team began...
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Dave Aranda discusses how Arden Key’s absence changes LSU’s defense
Alex HickeyBATON ROUGE, La. — There are many reasons Dave Aranda is the highest paid defensive coordinator in college football. Among them? Sometimes he has to figure out how to field...
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Tennessee football receives commitment No. 22 from WR Shocky Jacques-Louis
Blake MorganTennessee had searched for another wide receiver in the Class of 2018 and finally found it Monday night. Fort Myers, Fla., product Shocky Jacques-Louis committed to the Vols. Jacques-Louis joined...
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LSU football practice report: Tyler Shelvin arrives, Derrius Guice sits out
Alex HickeyBATON ROUGE, La. — LSU football opened practice to reporters for the first time this season on Monday. SEC Country made the following observations based on what we saw. Tyler...
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A mature Christian Miller ‘right on track’ to make his mark for Alabama football
Christopher WalshTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Height, length and speed. Those are the three key words regarding University of Alabama linebacker Christian Miller, who has all three qualities in abundance. But maturity is...
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Kentucky football: Position promise may have given Ohio State leg up for Blue Smith
Joe MussattoSunday is decision day for Blue Smith, and Kentucky and Ohio State fans will be on edge to see where the 4-star wide receiver ends up. To be fair, Cincinnati...
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Ranking Tennessee’s top 20 prospects in 2018
Blake MorganThe recruiting inside the state of Tennessee has trended upward over the past 10-15 years. This has been of large benefit to the Tennessee program. The Nashville area continues to...
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Report: Denver Broncos claim ex-Kentucky RB Boom Williams off waivers
Nick ColeFormer Kentucky star Stanley “Boom” Williams didn’t find any takers in the 2017 NFL Draft in April, but August is a different story. Just a day after the Cincinnati Bengals...
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Kentucky football: Senior WR Dorian Baker potentially out for season with ankle fracture
Joe MussattoLEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky senior receiver Dorian Baker will be out for a “significant time” and possibly the entire 2017 season with a fracture-dislocation in his left ankle, the team...
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Alabama football: Nick Saban, players see improvement in second scrimmage
Marq BurnettTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama football still has plenty of work to do before its season opener vs. Florida State on Sept. 2, but Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban and some players...
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Ranking the state of Alabama’s top 15 prospects in the 2018 class
Chris KirschnerThe state of Alabama will have a healthy list of football players signing with Division I programs in the 2018 class. With that in mind, SEC Country will be ranking...
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Ranking the state of Alabama’s top 15 prospects in the 2018 class
Chris KirschnerThe state of Alabama will have a healthy list of football players signing with Division I programs in the 2018 class. With that in mind, SEC Country will be ranking...
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Projecting the Florida Gators’ offensive depth chart
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — There aren’t many questions left to answer for Florida’s offense. Just the big one. The Gators’ three-man quarterback competition remains the story of the preseason and, at...
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South Carolina recruiting: Ranking the top 2018 in-state prospects
Hale McGranahanIn this South Carolina recruiting look, SEC Country takes its first look at the top 20 prospects from the state’s Class of 2018. They’re also the favorite for the top...
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Tennessee football No. 25 in AP Top 25 poll; Vols’ poll archive
Mike GriffithKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee will begin this season ranked No. 25 in the AP Top 25 poll, which was released on Monday. It’s the first time since 2006-2008 that the...
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Kentucky football: Wildcats receive votes in preseason AP poll
Joe MussattoKentucky received three votes in the preseason AP Top 25 poll released Monday afternoon. The Wildcats finished 7-6 in 2016, but Mark Stoops’ squad failed to crack the top 25...
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Arkansas DB Montaric Brown has arrived on campus, cleared to practice
Trent ShadidArkansas defensive back signee Montaric Brown arrived on campus over the weekend and is cleared to practice with the team, coach Bret Bielema told reporters in Little Rock, Ark., on...
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Sean White, Jarrett Stidham give Auburn best quarterback situation in SEC
Jerry HinnenWhether it’s making a statement on Twitter or lining up under center for Auburn, for Sean White, the name of the game is efficiency: All in!! WarEagle — Sean White...
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Tennessee football podcast: What Josh Smith injury means to Tennessee offense
Mike GriffithKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee coach Butch Jones said Monday that Josh Smith has yet to be fully assessed, so it’s unknown how long he’ll be sidelined by the collarbone injury...
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Tennessee football WR Brandon Johnson brings smarter play, could fill Josh Smith role
Blake MorganKNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee wide receiving group keeps getting thinned out due to injury which forces players into bigger roles. Freshman Jacquez Jones will miss the season with a...
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Alabama football reaches 10-year milestone with No. 1 status in preseason AP poll
Marq BurnettTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Add another accomplish to Nick Saban’s resume as the coach of Alabama football. With the release of the preseason Associated Press Top 25 on Monday morning, Alabama...
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Auburn football ranked just outside Top 10 of preseason AP poll
Justin FergusonAUBURN, Ala. — Auburn football will start the season as one of the top dozen teams in the nation, according to the most popular preseason poll. Auburn is ranked No....
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AP Poll: Florida Gators open 2017 season at No. 17
Jordan McPhersonFlorida football will open the 2017 season as the No. 17 team in the country in the Associated Press poll, which was released Monday. The Gators are the fifth-highest ranked...
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Ranking the top 25 Arkansas recruits in the 2018 class
Trent ShadidThe state of Arkansas will have a healthy list of football players signing with Division I programs in the 2018 class. With that in mind, SEC Country will be ranking...
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Ranking Louisiana’s top 30 prospects in 2018
Sam SpiegelmanAfter evaluating the high school football talent throughout Louisiana during various camps, 7-on-7 competition, drills on campus and watching film, SEC Country is ready to unveil its inaugural prospect rankings...
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Ohio State, Clemson commits are among Alabama’s expected visitors for FSU game
Chris KirschnerAlabama will open the 2017 season against Florida State on Sept. 2 in Atlanta at the brand new Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Crimson Tide are expecting to host some major recruits....
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Alabama football: Nick Saban agrees with coaches who voted him overrated
Marq BurnettTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama coach Nick Saban isn’t bothered by some of his colleagues anonymously voting him as one of the most overrated coaches in college football. In fact, Saban...
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Opening with Michigan affects decision on Florida’s starting quarterback
Zach AbolverdiWelcome to Chomp Chat, SEC Country’s daily Florida podcast with Gators beat writer Zach Abolverdi and UF broadcaster Jeff Cardozo. Instead of the typical cupcake opponent for Week 1, the Gators open...
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Auburn football fall camp stock report: Tigers on the rise after Week 3
Justin FergusonAUBURN, Ala. — After 15 practices, three scrimmages and a couple of hours signing autographs on Saturday at fan day, Auburn football’s fall camp is complete. The Tigers won’t practice...
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Kentucky basketball: Rosters for 2017 Legends Game announced
Joe MussattoLEXINGTON, Ky. — Twenty former Kentucky players are expected to suit up in the UK Legends Game on Friday at Rupp Arena. The rosters were released Monday morning. On the...
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LSU Tigers podcast: Charles Alexander says Derrius Guice is best LSU RB ever, will rush for 2,000 yards
Carter "The Power" BryantWelcome to One Team, One Podcast, SEC Country’s daily LSU podcast with your host Carter “The Power” Bryant. We are joined in this episode by LSU legend and College Football...
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Tennessee football aiming to flip LSU commit Ja’Quon Griffin
Blake MorganTennessee is looking to recapture its glory from the 1990s. Join us daily at SEC Country for the latest Tennessee recruiting news and notes on the next crop of Volunteers....
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Iron Bowl recruiting battle on deck for state’s No. 1 RB Asa Martin
Benjamin WolkWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Auburn Tigers football recruiting notebook with Auburn recruiting beat writer Benjamin Wolk. It’s Monday, and we set the stage for Asa Martin Week. Also, check out a...
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Arkansas DE target Nicholas Fulwider opens season with impressive performance
Trent ShadidWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Arkansas Razorbacks recruiting notebook. In this edition, we discuss a defensive end target, coach Bret Bielema’s thoughts on location impacting recruiting rankings and more. Arkansas DE...
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Nation’s No. 1 OLB Channing Tindall will visit Florida again before deciding
Zach AbolverdiAs Jim McElwain tries to rebuild Florida football into a championship program, one of his mottos is “recruit daily or die.” Join us here on SEC Country for a daily recap of the latest Florida recruiting news,...
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4-star DB Kelvin Joseph dishes on Nadab Joseph, LSU’s class finish
Sam SpiegelmanWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Eye on the Tigers, a rundown of everything happening in LSU Tigers recruiting, with Sam Spiegelman. Today, we discuss Kelvin Joseph, LSU’s longest-tenured 2018 commitment and the face...
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Alabama still on top for nation’s No. 1 OLB, but 3 schools are closing the gap
Chris KirschnerThe only thing that has changed about JJ Peterson's recruitment in the past several months is who his No. 2 school is. At different points, that spot has been occupied by Auburn, Georgia and Oregon. Back in July at The Opening, it was Oregon. Now, it's Auburn.
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Florida walk-on LB Cristian Garcia announces he’s on scholarship
Jordan McPhersonLinebacker Cristian Garcia walked onto the Florida football team in the 2015 season, and he paid his dues. Now, it has all paid off. Garcia announced on Twitter Sunday night...
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South Carolina recruiting: More on 4-star LB Channing Tindall
Hale McGranahanWhenever Will Muschamp lands a commitment, the South Carolina coach drops a #SpursUp on Twitter. Come to SEC Country for the latest news, notes and observations in South Carolina recruiting. Mom and...
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Arkansas Razorbacks podcast: It’s all about the trench play
John NaborsFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Welcome to SEC Country’s daily Arkansas Borderline Erotic podcast, the most-listened-to Razorbacks podcast in the country. In this episode, John Nabors talks about how the offensive and defensive...
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Bayou Bengal Briefing: LSU’s options at NT without Tyler Shelvin in 2017
Nick SussLSU football is in the news every day, and the Bayou Bengal Briefing is here to keep you updated with the latest headlines five mornings a week. Join us every Monday through Friday...
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Auburn football: The end of camp, start of school, Fan Day fun and soccer strikes
Lauren ShuteAuburn football is the No. 1 topic in the War Eagle Wakeup every day — but we cover news, notes and analysis from across the Tigers sports world. Join us each...
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Alabama football: Nick Saban not worried about eclipse as second fall scrimmage showcases the kicking game
Sean LandryAfter the team's second preseason scrimmage, Nick Saban touched on an improved kicking game, an offense that couldn't finish the job and why he's not worried about the solar eclipse.
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Tennessee football offensive line competition heating up for starting positions
Mike GriffithKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee’s offensive line was expected to be back up to full strength Monday after a series of injuries, so now the Vols can focus on establishing a...
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Can Arkansas coach Bret Bielema’s approval rating get out of bottom 3 of SEC?
Eric BolinArkansas football rules the world of Razorbacks sports. So, with your bacon, have some Hogs for Breakfast and get caught up. It’s SEC Country’s weekday column and roundup on all...
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Florida football: The latest look at the quarterback battle
Jordan McPhersonFlorida Gators football is the No. 1 topic in Good Morning, Gators every day — but we cover news, notes and analysis from across the Gators sports world. Join us...
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Florida’s competing QBs discuss their relationship with each other
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Malik Zaire was asked last week what kind of relationship he and fellow Florida quarterbacks Feleipe Franks and Luke Del Rio have away from the field as they...
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Why Gus Malzahn sees preseason injuries as ‘a blessing’ for Auburn football
Lauren ShuteAUBURN, Ala. — Auburn football coach Gus Malzahn understands that injuries are bound to happen during the course of fall camp. It’s not something he looks forward to, but he...
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College football’s 10 most dominating decades and where Alabama’s Nick Saban ranks
Christopher WalshAs far as Gary Danielson is concerned, Nick Saban’s consistency is unlike anything college football has seen. He should know. Although Danielson has been an analyst for CBS since 2006,...
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Sen. John Boozman: Frank Broyles had gift for politics, kept ‘Arkansas at the forefront’
Eric BolinWashington, D.C. could use a man like Frank Broyles. The city always could. Perhaps now more than ever.
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Florida football: ‘Uncomfortable’ fall camp getting Gators ready for season
Jordan McPhersonGAINESVILLE, Fla. — When Florida coach Jim McElwain took to the stage at Florida’s media day, he planned for one common thread to surround the Gators’ fall camp. “This camp...
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Playing time not out of the question for both LSU freshman quarterbacks
Alex HickeyBATON ROUGE, La. — Though Ed Orgeron has yet to make it official, all signs continue to point to Danny Etling opening the season as LSU’s starting quarterback. “We’re very...
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Will Hastings vows not to fade away again for Auburn football’s offense
Justin FergusonAUBURN, Ala. — Will Hastings says this season with Auburn football will be different for him. Before fall camp ended, he already had one major change — a scholarship. The...
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Arkansas SEC Moment No. 11: Rushing the field vs LSU – fans share their stories
Eric BolinFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — This is unlike other countdowns you have seen honoring Arkansas’ 25 seasons in the SEC. These are memories. And we here at SEC Country wanted to reflect on...
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WATCH: South Carolina commitment Dakereon Joyner accounts for 4 TDs
Hale McGranahanSouth Carolina quarterback commitment Dakereon Joyner led Fort Dorchester High School to an impressive 35-14 win at Dorman on Friday night. According to Matt Connolly of The State, Joyner completed 9...
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South Carolina recruiting: What Josh Vann’s commitment means for the Gamecocks
Hale McGranahanIf anything, South Carolina needed a commitment from 4-star wide receiver Josh Vann, to help appease the star counters. More importantly, they went head-to-head with Georgia and won on an...
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Next Generation: Tennessee football freshman ‘Air Canada’ Josh Palmer cleared for takeoff
Mike GriffithMIRAMAR, Fla. — Tennessee freshman receiver Josh Palmer didn’t know how college football would challenge him in Knoxville, but the former St. Thomas Aquinas receiver knew he could handle it....
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Former Tennessee coach Johnny Majors reflects on relationship with Arkansas legend Frank Broyles
Trent ShadidFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Johnny Majors climbed out of the passenger side of an all-black SUV dressed like the person he’d come to celebrate. “Here he comes, the man who looks like...
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Alabama’s good fall camp is bad news for rest of college football
Christopher WalshTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — It was brutally hot. Then there was a downpour. It was followed by a break due to lightning, which was handled like a halftime, complete with everyone...
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Auburn’s Eli Stove: WR group could be best school, SEC ‘ever had’
Lauren ShuteAUBURN, Ala. — Offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey wasn’t joking when he said Auburn’s wide receivers have a more confident demeanor this fall. In fact, it was probably an understatement. Sophomore...
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Sights and sounds from Florida football’s fan day Saturday
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Some fans started lining up several hours before the start of Florida’s fan day Saturday. By the afternoon, the line stretched from one side of the parking garage...
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Alabama football: Nick Saban details why Bo Scarbrough missed last 2 practices
Marq BurnettTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama football fans can breathe a sigh of relief. Crimson Tide running back Bo Scarbrough has missed the last two days of practice, but Alabama coach Nick...
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Danny Etling, Darrel Williams headline the best stats from LSU’s third fall scrimmage
Nick SussBATON ROUGE, La. — Playing a situational scrimmage in Tiger Stadium on Saturday, the LSU football team lit up the scorebook with a handful of notable stats. Offensive players such...
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Live updates: Nick Saban meets with reporters after Alabama’s final scrimmage
Christopher WalshTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama held its final scrimmage of fall camp, which was pestered by brutal heat and a driving storm at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday afternoon....
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Kentucky football: What we learned from Wildcats’ second preseason scrimmage
Joe MussattoLEXINGTON, Ky. — After losing starting left tackle Cole Mosier to a torn ACL in a scrimmage last weekend, Kentucky was dealt another blow Saturday. Starting wide receiver Dorian Baker...
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With or without starting job, Wilson Bell excited to finally play for Auburn football
Justin FergusonAUBURN, Ala. — Wilson Bell won a football national championship at Florida State, but the original team of his dreams was the one he beat to get that ring —...
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What LSU football coach Ed Orgeron said after the Tigers’ third fall scrimmage Saturday
Nick SussBATON ROUGE, La. — The LSU football team took to Tiger Stadium for its third fall scrimmage Saturday morning, working on specialty situations. After the scrimmage, LSU football coach Ed...
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Marlon Davidson, other injured defensive players ‘back in some capacity’ for Auburn football
Justin FergusonAUBURN, Ala. — Auburn football expects every player on its defense to be available for its season opener in two weeks against Georgia Southern, and everyone is already accounted for...
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Jarrett Stidham has ‘raised his level’ since becoming Auburn football starting QB
Lauren ShuteAUBURN, Ala. — Jarrett Stidham’s first official week as Auburn football’s starting quarterback is coming to a close. After months of waiting, the No. 1 finally has the spotlight all...
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Jim McElwain weighs in on Shawn Davis, Florida’s young safeties
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Freshman safety Shawn Davis has been one of the most impressive newcomers in camp so far for Florida and caught everybody’s attention while lining up with the first-team...
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Kentucky WR Dorian Baker suffers significant ankle injury, status unknown
Brian StultzKentucky senior wide receiver Dorian Baker might be out for some time after suffering a significant ankle injury during a scrimmage on Saturday, coach Mark Stoops announced on Saturday. Baker...
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Running backs Bo Scarbrough, Josh Jacobs out for Alabama’s final scrimmage
Christopher WalshTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama held its second and final scrimmage of fall camp on Saturday. The session was closed at Bryant-Denny Stadium, on a busy campus preparing...
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Senior Duke Dawson helping groom Florida’s young secondary
Jordan McPhersonGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Duke Dawson has always been the quiet one. He shows up and works, normally without saying much unless he has to. This year is different, though. He’s...
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WATCH: South Carolina football coach Will Muschamp recaps Saturday scrimmage
Hale McGranahanCOLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina football coach Will Muschamp met with reporters on Saturday afternoon, to recap the Gamecocks second scrimmage. Check out SEC Country’s video below: Redshirt freshman kicker...
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Will Muschamp compliments South Carolina football academic achievements
Hale McGranahanCOLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina football coach Will Muschamp called out three players from the defensive side of the ball on Saturday. He also recognized Maria Hickman and the academic...
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South Carolina football: Will Muschamp updates Gamecock injuries
Hale McGranahanCOLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina football coach Will Muschamp updated the status of several Gamecocks who have suffered injuries during preseason camp. The Gamecocks second-year head coach shared the latest...
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WR Daquon Green making strong impression in first camp with Gators
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Two and a half weeks through camp, it’s becoming clearer which of Florida’s freshmen are potentially primed to contribute this fall. Most of those names reside on the...
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Tennessee QB commit Michael Penix throws more touchdowns than incompletions Friday night
Blake MorganMany high school players across the country made their way back to the gridiron Friday night. Tennessee commit Michael Penix was among those, and he put on a show. The Tampa...
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4-star WR Josh Vann commits to South Carolina
Hale McGranahanOn Saturday, 4-star Josh Vann, the No. 36 wide receiver in the Class of 2018, committed to South Carolina over SEC East rival Georgia. Vann is now the highest-ranked prospect...
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South Carolina football coaches wish Channing Tindall luck before season opener
Hale McGranahanFORT MILL, S.C. – Before the first game of his senior season, 4-star linebacker Channing Tindall heard from South Carolina football coach Will Muschamp and linebackers coach Coleman Hutzler. The...
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Tennessee football freshman Shawn Shamburger forcing position battle at cornerback
Blake MorganShawn Shamburger impresses KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Position battles have dominated the narrative for the Tennessee football team throughout fall camp, but not many expected one at the cornerback position. Coach...
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Colin Cowherd makes another ridiculous comment about Nick Saban
Ryan FowlerWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Alabama Crimson Tide podcast with Ryan Fowler. In this edition, we talked with SEC Country’s Marq Burnett about Alabama’s upcoming scrimmage and more. Legendary Crimson Tide linebacker,...
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Tyler Shelvin gains clearance from NCAA, will redshirt in 2017
Sam SpiegelmanBATON ROUGE, La. — LSU just added a massive addition to its 2017 football team, both literally and figuratively. Tyler Shelvin, the Tigers’ highest-ranked prospect in the 2017 signing class, gained...
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Tennessee football’s Butch Jones responds to Georgia Tech dismissal, gives scrimmage update
Mike GriffithKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Butch Jones said the dismissal of Georgia Tech’s top returning rusher doesn’t have any effect on Tennessee’s preparation for the team’s Sept. 4 opener. “It doesn’t affect...
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Tennessee football: Micah Abernathy brings consistency Butch Jones demands
Blake MorganMicah Abernathy gives consistent effort KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee football coach Butch Jones has demanded more consistency from his team throughout fall camp. Halfway through camp, safety Micah Abernathy has...
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Alabama football: 2 RBs absent from Tide’s tune-up for second scrimmage
Marq BurnettTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The run of 90-plus degree heat continued as Alabama football worked outside in shells (shoulder pads, helmets and shorts) on Friday in its final tune-up before the...
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LOOK: South Carolina football holds annual picture day
Hale McGranahanCOLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina football team hosted its annual picture day on Friday afternoon at Williams-Brice Stadium. SEC Country was on hand to capture a few pictures from...
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The Old Man and the film: LSU players benefit from Pete Jenkins’ archives
Alex HickeyBATON ROUGE, La. — When Ed Orgeron was a young defensive line coach, he and his colleagues in the business were treasure hunters. The Holy Grail they sought? A copy...
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Jim McElwain: ‘Tough to say’ if there is a leader in Gators QB competition
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Jim McElwain was reminded Friday that one year ago to the day he named Luke Del Rio as the Gators’ starting quarterback for the 2016 opener. “And I’m...
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Malik Zaire on competing for Gators’ QB job: ‘This is everything to me’
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — While Florida’s three quarterback contenders are competing for the same job, the stakes are a little nuanced for each. For redshirt freshman Feleipe Franks, it’s about showing he’s...
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Florida’s Feleipe Franks: QB competition ‘made me step my game up’
Jordan McPhersonGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Looking back at where he was at this point last year, Florida quarterback Feleipe Franks admits he was lost at times. He was a true freshman trying...
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Florida QB Luke Del Rio: ‘I didn’t come back to be a strict mentor or a coach’
Jordan McPhersonGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Luke Del Rio knows he’s viewed as the underdog in Florida’s quarterback race. He doesn’t have the 6-foot-5 frame or as powerful of an arm as Feleipe...
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Arkansas football recruiting: Latest updates on the Razorbacks’ 2018 class
Trent ShadidArkansas’ 2018 recruiting class sits at 12 commitments as the coaching staff prepares for the 2017 season. The Razorbacks nearly have all their available scholarship spots filled in the class....
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‘Auburn tough’ tight ends ready to capitalize on bigger roles in 2017
Lauren ShuteAUBURN, Ala. — Through the early weeks of fall camp, Auburn’s tight ends and H-backs have been pushed by their new position coach, Larry Porter. The group has made progress,...
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Mike Peterson’s bucks are playing at ‘high level’ during South Carolina football camp
Hale McGranahanCOLUMBIA, S.C. – There’s a foursome of hybrid edge players that could make significant contributions to the South Carolina football team. The Gamecocks’ buck position, which combines elements of playing...
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Florida considering Dre Massey for kickoff returns again among others
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — It was on the opening kickoff last season that Dre Massey’s much-anticipated Florida debut came to an end with a torn ACL. But coach Jim McElwain says Massey,...
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Kentucky football: Logan Stenberg has become punisher on offensive line
Joe MussattoLEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky linebacker Courtney Love knows what to expect when he sees No. 71 running downhill toward him. Fellow linebacker Denzil Ware says there’s a mean streak behind...
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Noah Igbinoghene primed for role on Auburn football’s offense as freshman
Justin FergusonAUBURN, Ala. — Noah Igbinoghene is becoming a go-to answer for several Auburn football coaches as the Tigers move closer to the start of 2017. Well, “Noah” is, at least....
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Bielema preparing Arkansas for season with Friday-night mock game
Eric BolinFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — College football coaches live by consistency. Schedules are tight. Practices are timed down to the minute. Preparation is key. Knowing what to expect is important. If something...
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WATCH: 4-star LSU commit Kelvin Joseph dominates the offseason
Sam SpiegelmanIt has been an eventful offseason for LSU’s No. 1 commitment. Kelvin Joseph, the most highly rated commitment in the Tigers’ 2018 recruiting class and an Under Armour All-American defensive...
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LSU wide receiver Drake Davis adapting to physical style of play
Nick SussBATON ROUGE, La. — If the LSU football team’s new offense under Matt Canada is supposed to be difficult to learn, someone forgot to tell Drake Davis. A Baton Rouge...
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Highlights from Florida coach Jim McElwain’s press conference Friday
Ryan YoungGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida coach Jim McElwain met with reporters Friday for his first media session since Monday. There was, of course, more quarterback talk and questions about some of the...
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South Carolina recruiting: Latest updates on the Gamecocks’ class
Hale McGranahanThe 2018 South Carolina recruiting class is nearing completion with 18 commitments now on the books for coach Will Muschamp. That figure doesn’t include the lone holdover from last year’s...
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Arkansas SEC moment No. 13: Andrew Benintendi and the 2015 College World Series
Eric BolinFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — This is unlike other countdowns you have seen honoring Arkansas’ 25 seasons in the SEC. These are memories. And we here at SEC Country wanted to reflect on...
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Chip Lindsey likes ‘swagger’ he sees in Auburn football’s wide receivers
Lauren ShuteAUBURN, Ala. — Auburn football’s offense is making strides heading into the 2017 season. Chip Lindsey has identified Jarrett Stidham as the starting quarterback. The first-year offensive coordinator and offensive...
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Kentucky basketball recruiting notebook: Shakeup in 2018 class, Cats make cut for 5-stars
Joe MussattoThere’s finally clarity at the top of the 2018 class. Power forward Marvin Bagley and small forward R.J. Barrett spent just two weeks together in the class. First it was Barrett...
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Who’s next to commit to Auburn after Matthew Hill’s decision?
Benjamin WolkWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Auburn Tigers football recruiting notebook with Auburn recruiting beat writer Benjamin Wolk. It’s Friday, and we gave all the implications to the Matthew Hill commitment. Who’s next?...
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Florida staff still deciding on QB, but a Gators WR has idea of who it will be
Zach AbolverdiWelcome to Chomp Chat, SEC Country’s daily Florida podcast with Gators beat writer Zach Abolverdi and UF broadcaster Jeff Cardozo. The Florida coaching staff has yet to name a starting quarterback for...
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Everything new punter commit Paxton Brooks brings Tennessee football
Blake MorganTennessee is looking to recapture its glory from the 1990s. Join us daily at SEC Country for the latest Tennessee recruiting news and notes on the next crop of Volunteers....
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New Orleans DB Joseph Foucha ‘most definitely’ wants to visit Arkansas
Trent ShadidWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Arkansas Razorbacks recruiting notebook. In this edition, we discuss a possible fall visitor and under-recruited players. Arkansas should get a visit from DB Joseph Foucha this...
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Amari Burney among group of Gators commits recruiting players to Florida
Zach AbolverdiAs Jim McElwain tries to rebuild Florida football into a championship program, one of his mottos is “recruit daily or die.” Join us here on SEC Country for a daily recap of the latest Florida recruiting news,...
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4-star Florida WR commit Ja’Marr Chase leaving the door open for LSU
Sam SpiegelmanWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Eye on the Tigers, a rundown of everything happening in LSU Tigers recruiting, with Sam Spiegelman. Today, we discuss one of LSU’s priority 2018 targets, Ja’Marr Chase, who...
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Exclusive: Bobby Bowden favors Florida State over Alabama, says Jimbo Fisher could replace Nick Saban as ‘sheriff’
Mike BambachAlabama vs. Florida State kicks off the 2017 college football season and Bobby Bowden wouldn’t have it any other way. “I prefer to open up with a higher-ranked team,” the...
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LSU recruiting: Tigers commitments stand at 19
Sam SpiegelmanLSU has laid the foundation for a top-10 recruiting class in 2018. Over the next few months, the coaching staff will attempt to add a couple of pieces that puts...
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South Carolina recruiting: Former 5-star/LSU DB gives Gamecocks 50-50 chance
Hale McGranahanWhenever Will Muschamp lands a commitment, the South Carolina coach drops a #SpursUp on Twitter. Come to SEC Country for the latest news, notes and observations in South Carolina recruiting. In the...
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Florida recruiting: Latest updates on the Gators’ class
Zach AbolverdiAfter three consecutive weeks of commitments, Florida finally cooled off as the high school football season approaches. One of UF’s top pledges had a dominant performance this week in a...
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Arkansas Razorbacks podcast: Hogs must win their games in shootouts
John NaborsFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Welcome to SEC Country’s daily Arkansas Borderline Erotic podcast, the most-listened-to Razorbacks podcast in the country. In this episode, John Nabors talks about if Arkansas is going to...
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Auburn football: A day of fandom, arrival of soccer season, Waffle House surprise
Lauren ShuteAuburn football is the No. 1 topic in the War Eagle Wakeup every day — but we cover news, notes and analysis from across the Tigers sports world. Join us each...
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Alabama football: Offensive line still up in the air; Bobby Bowden predicts season opener
Sean LandryAlabama's starters may be largely established, but at right tackle, the position battle rages on. On the other side, Nick Saban wants a better pass rush.
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Bayou Bengal Briefing: How good can LSU football be without Arden Key?
Nick SussLSU football is in the news every day, and the Bayou Bengal Briefing is here to keep you updated with the latest headlines five mornings a week. Join us every Monday through Friday...
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Date, location set for public memorial for Arkansas’ Frank Broyles
Eric BolinBud Walton Arena would not exist today without the man whose life will be remembered and honored Saturday afternoon inside its walls. Frank Broyles,
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Where Florida football stands as fall camp heads to final week
Jordan McPhersonFlorida Gators football is the No. 1 topic in Good Morning, Gators every day — but we cover news, notes and analysis from across the Gators sports world. Join us...
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Gamecocks LB Skai Moore returns; plus, honors for 2 South Carolina staff members
Daniel SweeneyWelcome to SEC Country’s Chicken & Waffles, your daily dish for all things South Carolina Gamecocks football, basketball and more. Miss a previous edition? Find every edition of SEC Country’s...
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‘It’s just his effervescence’: Matthew Hill’s high school coach describes special player for Auburn
Benjamin WolkCoaches love to talk about their players, sure. But Philip Jones really loves to talk about Matthew Hill. Jones is the head football coach at Brookwood High (Ga.) where Auburn’s...
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BREAKING: Auburn lands commitment from major wide receiver target
Benjamin WolkMatthew Hill finally did it. The 4-star wide receiver from Brookwood High (Ga.) has been the most likely to join Auburn’s class for months, but his hesitance to publicly commit...
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Arden Key not expected for LSU opener — but don’t rule LB out just yet
Alex HickeyBATON ROUGE, La. — LSU coach Ed Orgeron does not expect star pass rusher Arden Key to be ready to play in the Tigers’ season opener against Brigham Young on...
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Exclusive interview: Bobby Bowden ‘would not be shocked if FSU beat Alabama’
Ryan FowlerWelcome to SEC Country’s daily Alabama Crimson Tide podcast with Ryan Fowler. In this edition, we talked with legendary Florida State coach Bobby Bowden about the upcoming Alabama and Florida State game...
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What LSU football coach Ed Orgeron said after practice Thursday
Nick SussBATON ROUGE, La. — LSU football coach Ed Orgeron spoke to the media for the first time this week on Thursday night after his team completed their practice. SEC Country...
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Report: ESPN’s Ryen Russillo arrested in Wyoming on criminal entry charge
Nick ColeESPN personality Ryen Russillo reportedly found himself in some hot water in Wyoming on Wednesday. The Teton County Sheriff’s Office lists Russillo on its inmate list for an arrest made...
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6 SEC players named to Pro Football Focus’ preseason All-American teams
Jake RillOn Tuesday, AP released its preseason All-American teams. A day later, Pro Football Focus released its own version — with slightly more SEC representation. The two publications differed in the...
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Florida’s Jim McElwain: ‘Maybe I can figure out who we’re playing’ when Michigan releases roster
Jami FarkasFlorida coach Jim McElwain, whose Gators will face Michigan on Sept. 2, wants to know the same thing many have asked this summer. Where’s the Michigan roster?...
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Former Mizzou JUCO transfer Malik Young will play at Oregon instead
Nick ColeMalik Young was going to be a Missouri Tiger. But then eligibility became an issue. So when the No. 6 JUCO defensive tackle in the country found out he would...
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Mississippi State podcast: With JUCO class taking a hit, is it time to be concerned about the MSU defense?
Brandon WalkerWelcome to More Cowbell, SEC Country’s daily podcast about Mississippi State sports with host Brandon Walker. With junior college transfer Brian Cole having to take an academic redshirt and rumors of...
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2017 Little League World Series: Updates, schedule, scores, teams, bracket (08/23/2017)
Andrew AstlefordThe 2017 Little League World Series will continue on Wednesday, August 23. The day includes three games. New Jersey plays Connecticut to start the action, followed by Canada facing Japan and Texas taking...
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Tennessee football podcast: Georgia Tech dealing with its own team issues
Mike GriffithKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — While Tennessee is tending to fixing its own offensive continuity issues, Georgia Tech is fighting some battles of its own. RELATED: Tennessee football offensive line needs immediate...
