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Brian Kelly Makes Bold SEC Prediction Ahead of 2026 College Football Season

Brian Kelly Makes Bold SEC Prediction Ahead of 2026 College Football Season

Summary

Brian Kelly, a college football analyst, predicts that the Texas Longhorns will be the best team in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) for the 2026 season. He believes Texas has improved with new players and that quarterback Arch Manning is more comfortable and ready to lead the team to success.

Key Facts

  • Brian Kelly is now an analyst with CBS Sports and a former college football coach.
  • He thinks the Texas Longhorns will top the SEC in the 2026 college football season.
  • Arch Manning, Texas' quarterback, is the grandson of Archie Manning and nephew of Peyton and Eli Manning.
  • Manning had a mixed first year as starting quarterback with 3,163 passing yards, 26 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions.
  • Texas finished 10-3 last season and missed the College Football Playoff.
  • Texas added new talent this offseason, including wide receiver Cam Coleman and other key players on offense and defense.
  • Coach Steve Sarkisian is expected to lead the Longhorns and pressure is on to improve this season.
  • Kelly believes with experience and new additions, Texas has a strong chance at a national title.
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