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SEC holds second conference rank as Texas prepares for upcoming football season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 2:48 PM

Last updated Sep 4, 2026

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Summary

The SEC currently ranks second among the ten Football Bowl Subdivision conferences as the 2026 season approaches. Texas enters the year with a roster featuring receiver Cam Coleman and pass rusher Colin Simmons alongside Arch Manning. The Longhorns face LSU in Baton Rouge on November 14 and host Mississippi on October 24 in a game that could impact the Heisman Trophy race. Mississippi returns star player Trinidad Chambliss after a successful previous season. While Texas holds a position as a national title contender, Lane Kiffin faces questions regarding the upcoming performance of LSU. The conference rankings reflect an assessment of team talent levels across the league heading into the fall schedule.

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By the Numbers

•The SEC is ranked as the second-best conference in the Football Bowl Subdivision.
•Texas plays at LSU on November 14.
•Mississippi hosts Texas on October 24.
•Arch Manning is a central figure for Texas this season.
•Trinidad Chambliss returns to Mississippi for the upcoming schedule.

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2:48 PMYahoo Sports — Can't Wait For Saturday Conference Countdown Continues: SEC is No. 2 (by a lot) so it is trying harder

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Sep. 4—*** So, I already ranked the teams, 1 to 40. How am a feeling about the conferences? There are 10 playing in the Football Bowl Subdivision. As the season approaches, here is my list — in reverse order of course. If you think I've lost my marbles with the order, let me have it at . Remember, I'm sensitive so please no digital booing if that is a thing. 2. SEC 16 Texas — Before addressing ...
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