Ranking Georgia’s toughest opponents

This article was originally published with The Red & Black on August  8, 2015 and can be found here.

Georgia is hoping for an unforgettable football season this fall. If the Bulldogs are going to make it a year to remember, it won’t happen without a good amount of luck.

The Bulldogs have several games that look as though they could go either way. This is usually the case when you play in the Southeastern Conference, especially when you also face quality non-conference opponents.

 

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SEC Media Days: Alabama looks to move past last season’s disappointing finish

This article was published with The Red & Black on July 15, 2015 and can be found here.

HOOVER, Ala. — The Alabama Crimson Tide were considered by many to be the favorites to win the inaugural College Football Playoff. The team fell short by one game, losing by a touchdown to Ohio State in the Sugar Bowl.

Saban was adamant when it was his turn to speak at SEC Media Days that this Alabama team needed to improve upon last year’s. He pointed specifically towards his secondary, which gave up a 47-yard touchdown pass in the Crimson Tide’s 42-35 loss to the Buckeyes. He also discussed his fast-paced offense and the consequences it has on the defense.

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SEC Media Days: Florida head coach Jim McElwain makes his first appearance

This article originally appeared with The Red & Black on July 13, 2015 and can be found here.

HOOVER, Ala.– It may be a new situation for Jim McElwain, but he’s showing no signs of being lost. The new Florida head coach addressed the press on Monday and wasted little time in getting started. He voiced his pleasure in returning to the Southeastern Conference and coaching the Gators, a team that has eight conference titles and three national titles to its credit. Although he displayed a laidback style in front of the cameras, there is plenty of work ahead for McElwain and his players.

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