SEC Quarterback Recruiting Is Strong, A&M Nice Class So Far, Oklahoma & Florida Need Recruiting Wins

With the SEC's recruiting trail heating up, the spotlight is on high-profile recruits like Jared Curtis, Dia Bell, Will Griffin, Jaden O'Neal and more. But what about recent recruits like DJ Lagway at Florida and Arch Manning at Texas, as they enter a much larger spotlight? This episode unpacks the SEC's quarterback dynamics, exploring how the transfer portal reshapes team strategies. Brian Smith and Chris Gordy dissect early recruiting trends for the Class of 2026, highlighting Texas A&M's aggressive start under Mike Elko. 

The SEC's QB landscape is shifting fast. Did you know 60 of the top QBs from 2021-2024 have already transferred? Wild! What's your take on the SEC QB shuffle? Who do you think will emerge as the conference's top signal-caller next season?  Texas A&M is crushing it with 10 commits already, sitting at #2 on Rivals. Tennessee's not far behind at #4 with 7 commits, including star QB Faison Brandon. Even Mississippi State has 7 commits, ranking 15th. Seems like teams are moving faster than ever. Which SEC school's early recruiting success surprises you the most?

They also examine the recruiting pressures on Oklahoma's Brent Venables and Florida's Billy Napier, while questioning Alabama's current recruiting approach under Nick Saban. OU has got a tough schedule ahead and need to step up their recruiting game. Currently just outside the top 20 in recruiting rankings, they're looking to close the gap with Texas. The Longhorns are dominating with the #1 class for 2025. What do you think Oklahoma needs to do to compete with Texas in recruiting and on the field?

Tune in for a deep dive into the SEC's quarterback landscape and discover how these developments could impact the upcoming season.

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