SEC links for Friday:
- Kyle Veazey of the Clarion-Ledger reports that Mississippi State has replaced its long-time (and distinctive) public address announcer.
- Robbie Andreu of the Gainesville Sun writes that there are deflating issues for the Florida Gators.
- Joseph Person of The State reports that South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier is encouraged by quarterback Stephen Garcia.
- Jeff Lockridge of the Tennessean reports that Lane Kiffin and Bobby Johnson are toning down the UT-Vandy rivalry.
- John Adams of the Knoxville News-Sentinel writes not to look for Tennessee to just get by on defense.
- Tom Murphy of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports that the NCAA has granted immediate eligibility to Arkansas running back Broderick Green.
- Gentry Estes of the Mobile Press-Register writes that Alabama linebacker Rolando McClain is talking it up.
- Randy Rosetta of The Advocate writes that Tiger Tour shines spotlight on LSU coaches.
