SEC football is still a few months away, but record predictions are already being released across the country.
Alabama and Georgia are the frontrunners in the conference, but a handful of other teams are trying to bring them down. Some teams are entering the season with new head coaches and transfers, while others are looking to capitalize on the return of many veterans.
Whatever happens, it’s sure to be an interesting year. Here are the prospective records for each of the SEC’s 14 teams.
Alabama: 12-0
It’s hard to be perfect in the SEC, but Alabama can do it. The Crimson Tide will likely have another year of dominance and could easily end up in the playoffs again.
Arkansas: 9-3
After a few years of dismal performances on the field, Arkansas is stepping up. The Razorbacks finished last season with a 9-4 overall record, including a win at the Outback Bowl. The success the team has had is likely to continue into the 2022 season.
Maroon: 4-8
The Tigers had a tough 2021 season, ending the year on a five-game losing streak. Auburn has lost quite a bit of talent in recent months — namely star quarterback Bo Nix, who moved to Oregon. In the middle of next season, the team faces a rude awakening.
Florida: 6-6
If the Gators end the 2022 regular season with an even record, first-year head coach Billy Napier will do what he has to do. Florida has been left ablaze with the departure of former head coach Dan Mullen, so any improvement from last year’s collapse is a big step for the program.
Georgia: 11-1
Georgia should be feeling pretty good heading into the 2022 season as the defending champions. The Bulldogs could stumble at some point during the season but will end the year with a stellar record.
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Kentucky: 9-3
Is Kentucky Quarterback Will Levis As Good As Critics Say? That’s a possibility, but no one will know until the Wildcats get rolling next season. The team finished last year with a 10-3 record and aims to maintain that momentum into 2022.
LSU: 6-6
It will take time for Brian Kelly to build the team he wants at LSU. The Tigers won’t be bad, but they will certainly suffer some tough losses in the 2022 season as they continue to figure themselves out.
Ole Miss: 8-4
The Rebels no longer have star quarterback Matt Corral… Lane Kiffin won’t let his team put that off. Ole Miss may have lost some of the power it had in 2021, but the rebels will continue to fight against any opponent.
State of Mississippi: 9-3
Mike Leach’s team is looking to make a big leap in 2022 and they certainly have that ability. With many returning stars on both offense and defense, the Bulldogs have a chance to be a competitive team in the SEC West.
Missouri: 4-8
Missouri hasn’t been considered one of the stronger teams in the SEC East for years, and 2022 won’t change that. The Tigers can sometimes take on division opponents, but morale victory doesn’t exist in college football.
South Carolina: 8-4
South Carolina picked up a big Transfer Portal star in the offseason: Oklahoma quarterback Spencer Rattler. Rattler didn’t have a great season last year, but he now has a chance to lead strong offense and make his mark against tough SEC opponents.
Tennessee: 9-3
Tennessee can legitimately be in contention for the top spot in the SEC East, especially with quarterback Hendon Hooker at the helm. The Volunteers had a breakthrough season in 2021 and will be returning a lot of talent to Rocky Top.
Texas A&M: 8-4
Will 2022 be the year Texas A&M gets the breakthrough it’s been looking for? The high expectations placed on the Aggies last season were not met by the Aggies and the competition they face this season is even tougher. They will be a good and solid team, but not exceptional.
Van derbilt: 3-9
The Commodores have been slipping in SEC football for years, and that won’t stop next season either. Vanderbilt will need a complete turnaround to become a legitimate threat to other conference teams.