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Georgia Bulldogs favored to win SEC title in preseason poll

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 12:15 AM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Georgia Bulldogs favored to win SEC title in preseason poll

Summary

The Georgia Bulldogs have been projected to win the SEC Championship at the SEC Media Days held on July 24, 2026. The Bulldogs received 88 votes to secure the top spot, defeating the Texas Longhorns, who garnered 57 votes. Georgia's consistent performance in recent seasons has led voters to take them seriously despite the historical trend of preseason predictions not always resulting in championship wins. The Bulldogs are expected to return a strong lineup ahead of the championship game scheduled for December 5 in Atlanta. Texas will be anticipated as their opponent if predictions hold true.

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By the Numbers

•Georgia received 88 votes to win the SEC Championship.
•Texas was picked as the Bulldogs' likely opponent with 57 votes.
•SEC Championship Game is set for December 5 in Atlanta.
•History shows preseason picks often miss the mark in SEC.
•Georgia has a wealth of returning talent this season.

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What they're saying

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Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice? Shame on me. Win the SEC twice in a row over the teams that league media had thought would take home the trophy? Well then people decide they won’t be fooled again. The assembled voters at SEC Media Days have tabbed the Red and Black to […]
— Yahoo Sports

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