SEC's six new coaches feature prominently at media days in Tampa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 3:28 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
At SEC Media Days in Tampa, Florida, several of the league’s six new coaches showcased their personalities and ambitions. These coaches aim to revitalize their teams after a challenging period for the conference. Each coach discussed their background and strategies, emphasizing player recruitment and the need for improvement. The event marks the official start of the season ahead of the upcoming college football campaign.
- •Jon Sumrall, Florida's coach, addresses player expectations humorously.
- •Pete Golding replaces Lane Kiffin as Mississippi's head coach.
- •Alex Golesh brings 13 players from South Florida to Auburn.
- •Ryan Silverfield has 80 new players on Arkansas' roster.
- •Will Stein emphasizes knowing Kentucky football intimately.
- 3:28 PMYahoo Sports — The SEC’s six new coaches shine in the spotlight at the league’s annual media days
"Several of the league’s six new coaches — an SEC record — made a run at “winning” the annual media event.
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