SEC Round-Up: In not-so-warm welcome, a bed of nails awaits OU
Whereas Texas received a pleasant welcome gift, it seems as if Oklahoma upset someone within the Southeastern Conference to have been given the league's toughest slate. Brent Venables & Co. so far seem undaunted despite a bed of nails awaiting their entry.
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Perkins eating to 'eat' with LSU hungrier for better defensive results
A prevailing theory in Baton Rouge holds that a stronger, heavier Harold Perkins anchoring LSU's defense could be enough for significant improvement. Brian Kelly is fully convinced, and that's why the star linebacker is eating everything from corn to cajun in order to 'eat' in 2024.
New defensive coordinator Blake Baker key to LSU's success in 2024
After struggling defensively in 2023, LSU looks to change its ways under Blake Baker, who is back in Baton Rouge now as defensive coordinator. The Tigers return four of their five starters on the offensive line, but the defensive line may face its lumps early on.
Continued success for Missouri contingent on new-look defense
A high-caliber offense from last season remains mostly intact in Columbia despite running back Cody Schrader, who led the SEC in rushing yards, departing for the NFL. Before Missouri takes another step in its meteoric rise, the Tigers have some questions to answer defensively.
Feldman: 40 college football assistant coaches to watch in 2019
Coaching turnover is inevitable, and the carousel often begins to turn several weeks into the season. The Athletic's Bruce Feldman looks at which coordinators and position coaches could be in line for head coaching positions in the near future.
