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Questions I have, from Heisman to Georgia reload

Questions I have, from Heisman to Georgia reload

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What better way to get the SEC football season underway than a 9:30 p.m. CT kickoff featuring the Vanderbilt Commodores?

Well, I can think of about 200 ways, but I wasn’t consulted.

Still, the window for preseason musings closes when Vanderbilt clashes with Hawaii on Saturday, so here are my final 22 ponderings for the ’22 season of SEC football.

1. Can Georgia reload for another national championship run? Kirby Smart’s recruiting and player development make the Bulldogs built to last, but losing 15 players to the NFL Draft would be a hurdle for any program.

2. Can a defensive player win the Heisman Trophy? Alabama’s Will Anderson Jr. is college football’s best player, but Heisman voters adore quarterbacks more than outside linebackers.

3. Will Texas A&M reach new heights? Jimbo Fisher’s bravado and recruiting momentum suggest the Aggies are ready to vie for the College Football Playoff. His A&M record, though, suggests he’s Kevin Sumlin 2.0.

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4. Can Kentucky become more than a subplot? The Wildcats won 10 games twice in the past four seasons, a testament to their growth under Mark Stoops. Now, it’s time to elevate expectations and expect more success against ranked opponents.

5. Does Tennessee have a defense? Josh Heupel’s warp-speed offense works against SEC defenses. What remains unproven is whether the Vols’ defense can give the offense a chance against Top 25 opponents.

6. Will Lane Kiffin’s “Portal King” strategy pay off? Ole Miss…

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