Saban, Crimson Tide poised to settle unfinished business in 2022
After falling in the National Championship game last season, Nick Saban and his Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Bryce Young return to settle some unfinished business. The Tide also returns its talented pass rush and will look to its transfers to replace key spots.
Continuity at quarterback to be strength for Leach, Bulldogs in 2022
Mike Leach looks to his "Air Raid" offensive scheme to vault Mississippi State into SEC West contention. After a 7-6 season and losses of key wideouts, the Bulldogs look to QB Will Rogers and a strong passing defense to push them over the edge.
Replicating '21 success in Oxford dependent on success of new faces
A season ago, Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels managed to win 10 games behind a high-powered offensive attack and solid defensive play. Still, several key departures - including defensive coordinator D.J. Durkin - might make replicating that success difficult.
Auburn relying on transfers, sound defense to boast them through 2022
Following a 6-6 season, the Auburn Tigers look to the transfer portal for success after losing key defensive starters to the 2022 NFL Draft. In Bryan Harsin's second year, his coaching job may be on the line without a strong performance from the Tigers this fall.
South Carolina primed to continue upward trend in upcoming season
After a 7-6 first season in Columbia, Shane Beamer has Gamecock fans optimistic for a rising program. Though the offensive line remains an area of concern, the addition of QB Spencer Rattler alongside a surging secondary is enough to give the team hope for success.
Billy Napier's success in Gainesville may rely on fast start to 2022 season
Coming off their first losing season since 2017, Florida remains optimistic as Billy Napier takes control of the program. Yet, a fast start may be the key to sustained success in Gainesville as a number of previous head coaches succumbed to the same pressure Napier now faces.
Departures figure to be a challenge for Pittman & Razorbacks in 2022
A once-proud program, Arkansas football won nine games in 2021, and head coach Sam Pittman is looking to keep the Hogs near the top in the SEC. However, with a number of key departures, replicating that success figures to be somewhat of a challenge.
Brian Kelly looks to immediately boost LSU back into SEC West contention
Despite enduring their first losing season in over 20 years last fall, LSU still has plenty to rally behind with the arrival of new head coach Brian Kelly and no shortage of talent on both sides of the ball. Facing high expectations, Kelly aims to quickly turn around the Tigers.
