God gave me my face, but he let me pick my nose. You know what else I like picking? How the SEC teams will do in conference before a single down has been played.
SEC East
1. Florida - Tebow better be the real deal because Florida is going to have to replace the majority of their defense this year. No worries, Tebow will have a nice target in Senior receiver, Caldwell. Look for Harvin to put up some big numbers on the ground as well.
2. South Carolina - South Carolina is going to surprise some people this year. They were in every ballgame last season except for one and are returning 10 returning starters on defense. Everyone is talking about Tebow and Woodson, but Mitchell is no chopped liver. When he's on his game, he's a definite threat. And NEVER underestimate the Ole Ball Coach.
3. Tennessee - Ainge is going to have a hard time finding a receiver with a lot of game experience, so Coker needs to step it up. That's going to be tough with a subpar offensive line. Will Cutcliffe be the difference UT's offense needs?
4. Kentucky - Woodson is good, but not good enough to compensate for lack of talent on Kentucky's defense. They are returning several starters on that side of the ball, but keep in mind that Kentucky's defense was one of the worst in the country last year.
5. Georgia - Georgia's defense was ranked 8th in the nation last year. Too bad they're only returning three starters. On top of that, Paul Oliver will be ineligible to play. This will be a rebuilding season for UGA.
6. Vanderbilt - It would be nice if Vanderbilt proved me wrong on this one. After all, they do have most of their defense returning. Everyone wants them to succeed.
SEC West
1. LSU - LSU will have the top defense in the SEC. This will be enough to compensate for problems that could emerge on offense. Flynn has been a career backup. Will he bring enough to the table for LSU? A favorable home schedule should have them winning the West easily.
2. Auburn - If Lester, and Cox can stay healthy, Auburn will have a good season despite their grueling away schedule. This might prove difficult considering the lack of experience on the offensive line. Auburn's defense will be the second best in the SEC.
3. Arkansas - The stable is full, but there is no real quarterback to act as a decoy. Couple this with a relatively inexperienced line, and you can expect every team to stack the box against them this year. McFadden might have put the nail in the coffin by appearing on the SI cover.
4. Alabama - If the current trend continues, half of the Bama squad will have seen the inside of the Tuscaloosa jail by the end of the season. Saban will be the factor in winning close games, but Bama's weak offensive line and running game will keep Wilson scrambling all season long.
5. Ole Miss - Ole Miss will have one of the stronger offensive lines in the SEC West. However, they will have to replace all of their linebackers. Orgeron just doesn't seem to get it done. This year won't be any different.
6. Mississippi State - Even with 10 returning starters on offense, they will still end in last place in the West. MSU should be able to beat Gardner-Webb, whoever the hell that is.
SEC East
1. Florida - Tebow better be the real deal because Florida is going to have to replace the majority of their defense this year. No worries, Tebow will have a nice target in Senior receiver, Caldwell. Look for Harvin to put up some big numbers on the ground as well.
2. South Carolina - South Carolina is going to surprise some people this year. They were in every ballgame last season except for one and are returning 10 returning starters on defense. Everyone is talking about Tebow and Woodson, but Mitchell is no chopped liver. When he's on his game, he's a definite threat. And NEVER underestimate the Ole Ball Coach.
3. Tennessee - Ainge is going to have a hard time finding a receiver with a lot of game experience, so Coker needs to step it up. That's going to be tough with a subpar offensive line. Will Cutcliffe be the difference UT's offense needs?
4. Kentucky - Woodson is good, but not good enough to compensate for lack of talent on Kentucky's defense. They are returning several starters on that side of the ball, but keep in mind that Kentucky's defense was one of the worst in the country last year.
5. Georgia - Georgia's defense was ranked 8th in the nation last year. Too bad they're only returning three starters. On top of that, Paul Oliver will be ineligible to play. This will be a rebuilding season for UGA.
6. Vanderbilt - It would be nice if Vanderbilt proved me wrong on this one. After all, they do have most of their defense returning. Everyone wants them to succeed.
SEC West
1. LSU - LSU will have the top defense in the SEC. This will be enough to compensate for problems that could emerge on offense. Flynn has been a career backup. Will he bring enough to the table for LSU? A favorable home schedule should have them winning the West easily.
2. Auburn - If Lester, and Cox can stay healthy, Auburn will have a good season despite their grueling away schedule. This might prove difficult considering the lack of experience on the offensive line. Auburn's defense will be the second best in the SEC.
3. Arkansas - The stable is full, but there is no real quarterback to act as a decoy. Couple this with a relatively inexperienced line, and you can expect every team to stack the box against them this year. McFadden might have put the nail in the coffin by appearing on the SI cover.
4. Alabama - If the current trend continues, half of the Bama squad will have seen the inside of the Tuscaloosa jail by the end of the season. Saban will be the factor in winning close games, but Bama's weak offensive line and running game will keep Wilson scrambling all season long.
5. Ole Miss - Ole Miss will have one of the stronger offensive lines in the SEC West. However, they will have to replace all of their linebackers. Orgeron just doesn't seem to get it done. This year won't be any different.
6. Mississippi State - Even with 10 returning starters on offense, they will still end in last place in the West. MSU should be able to beat Gardner-Webb, whoever the hell that is.
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