SEC teams face major questions at 2026 media days in Tampa
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 1:58 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026

The SEC media days are taking place in Tampa this week, marking the first time the conference hosts the event in this city. With six new head coaches, the SEC is under pressure following four consecutive years without a national championship. Alabama is reassessing its offensive identity after a disappointing season, while Arkansas hopes to improve after a poor performance last year. Auburn seeks to end its streak of non-winning seasons under new coach Alex Golesh. Florida's rebuilding efforts under Jon Sumrall will also be scrutinized. Media days will cover the latest developments and challenges for each team.
- •SEC media days occurring in Tampa for the first time
- •Alabama faces identity crisis after last season's struggles
- •Arkansas hired Ryan Silverfield to revive the struggling program
- •Auburn seeks to end its long playoff drought under Alex Golesh
- •Florida begins rebuilding efforts under Jon Sumrall after prior coaching issues
- 1:58 PMCBS Sports — Six new coaches, four years without a title: The biggest questions facing each SEC team at 2026 media days
"The often unfiltered Lane Kiffin and the 'title or bust' stakes facing Texas are among the top storylines to watch this week in Tampa
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