The return of quarterback Will Levis and running back Chris Rodriguez gives UK one of the best one-two punches in the SEC, and it's always a plus to have a veteran quarterback returning. What we learned this spring: As coach Mark Stoops has continued to elevate Kentucky's program to heights the Wildcats haven't enjoyed in decades, the offense has continued to improve. The real issue will likely be depth, more specifically creating depth during preseason camp. It's not like Florida hasn't recruited well at those positions. Either way, the Gators are going to be counting on a bunch of new faces and younger players both at defensive tackle and defensive end in 2022. Maybe that's not a bad thing given that Florida finished 85th nationally a year ago in stopping the run (allowing 163.9 yards per game). What we need to learn by Week 1: Stopping the run was a problem for Florida last season, and there were heavy losses this offseason across the defensive line, both to the NFL and the transfer portal. As important as Richardson's talent is for Florida's offense, the fact that there will be no guessing as to who the Gators' quarterback will be should make for a smoother transition for the new coaching staff. The 6-4, 237-pound Richardson showed off his arm strength and other physical skills this spring. Richardson battled injuries a year ago and spent much of the season as a backup to Emory Jones, who has since entered the transfer portal. It's Anthony Richardson's job - case closed. What we learned this spring: There's no quarterback drama in Gainesville as Billy Napier takes over in his first season as head coach of the Gators. But there are gaps to fill for the defending national champs on defense, which should make for a competitive preseason camp. Who are the emerging stars on this next Georgia defense? There are plenty of candidates, and it helps to have a player as talented as defensive tackle Jalen Carter returning. That's a ton of talent exiting, even for a program that has recruited as well as Kirby Smart & Co. Eight players from last season's generational defense are headed to the NFL, with five taken in the first round. What we need to learn by Week 1: Nobody is going to feel sorry for Georgia because of all the dynamic defenders the Dawgs are losing to the NFL, particularly in the front seven. The 6-foot-5, 240-pound Gilbert is going to be a matchup nightmare for defenses, and when Brock Bowers and Darnell Washington - both of whom missed the spring practices with injuries - are added to the mix, good luck to teams trying to cover the Dawgs' tight ends in 2022. He's also going to have a few prime targets at tight end, as LSU transfer Arik Gilbert showed that he's ready for a breakout season after sitting out last season for personal reasons. What we learned this spring: For all the talk about what he wasn't last season, Stetson Bennett proved that he's a championship quarterback, and that was only reinforced this spring. Other spring recaps: ACC | Big 12 | Big Ten | Pac-12 East Division Georgia Bulldogs What did we find out about the quarterback situations at LSU, Ole Miss and Texas A&M, among other schools? How will Georgia replace all the talent it lost on defense? What does Alabama need to do to return to the top of the heap? Alex Scarborough and Chris Low break it all down. With spring football wrapped up and the start of another season just four months away, let's take a look at what we've learned and what we still need to learn for each team in the SEC. SEC spring football recaps: Breaking down the offseason for each teamĬollege Football, Alabama Crimson Tide, Arkansas Razorbacks, Auburn Tigers, Florida Gators, Georgia Bulldogs, Kentucky Wildcats, LSU Tigers, Mississippi State Bulldogs, Missouri Tigers, Ole Miss Rebels, South Carolina Gamecocks, Tennessee Volunteers, Texas A&M Aggies, Vanderbilt Commodores You have reached a degraded version of because you're using an unsupported version of Internet Explorer.įor a complete experience, please upgrade or use a supported browser
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