SEC teams show strength early in 2026 college football season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 9:15 AM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
As the 2026 college football season continues, SEC teams are performing well. Kentucky's recent upset of Texas A&M and Vanderbilt's unbeaten start reflect a shift in competitiveness within the conference. Mississippi State also boasts a strong 3-0 record after defeating Minnesota. The SEC's claim of parity among its teams is gaining traction, with its bottom-tier teams challenging expectations. The playoff committee's potential response to a crowded field of 9-3 SEC teams remains uncertain as the season progresses.
- •Kentucky upsets Texas A&M on the road.
- •Vanderbilt remains undefeated at 3-0.
- •Mississippi State also holds a 3-0 record.
- •SEC teams went 5-2 in nonconference matchups in Week 2.
- •Playoff committee's reaction to SEC records is uncertain.
- 9:15 AMYahoo Sports — SEC's most annoying argument is looking more true by the week | Opinion
"The SEC spoke an unofficial college football mantra into existence. It'll put strain on the playoff committee.
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