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SEC: James Franklin apologizes for “Nicky Satan” joke

Posted on January 31, 2013 8:04 am by John Clay

SEC links for Thursday: Vanderbilt football coach James Franklin apologizes for calling the Alabama football coach “Nicky Satan,” reports the AP. What can no one joke around in this league anymore? Florida held South Carolina to 10 first-half points on … Continue reading →

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James Franklin stops press conference to give fan a hug

Posted on January 2, 2013 10:28 am by John Clay

A Vanderbilt fan made his way into the press conference after Vanderbilt’s win over North Carolina State in the Music City Bowl. In front of the media, the fan told Vandy coach James Franklin how much he appreciated the Commodores, … Continue reading →

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Vandy’s James Franklin has changed SEC East dynamic

Posted on November 20, 2012 9:20 am by John Clay

The day after Kentucky was dominated by Vanderbilt, losing 40-0 to the Commodores, the school fired head coach Joker Phillips. The day after Tennessee was dominated by Vanderbilt, losing 41-18 to the Commodores, the school fired head coach Derek Dooley. … Continue reading →

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SEC links for Tuesday morning, Sept. 18

Posted on September 18, 2012 6:47 am by John Clay

SEC links for Tuesday: Florida has owned the fourth quarter so far Jeff Driskel inspires comparisons to Tim Tebow Muschamp sees several areas in need of improvement Tennessee basketball picks up two big-time recruits on same day Maybe Auburn needs … Continue reading →

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SEC: Michael Dyer doesn’t last long at Arkansas State

Posted on July 30, 2012 7:18 am by John Clay

Update: Police video of Dyer SEC links for Monday: Ex-Auburn star Michael Dyer dismissed at Arkansas State, reports Joel Erickson of Columbus Ledger-Enquirer. David Climer of the Tennesseean says Tennessee can’t afford Tyler Bray’s antics. Vols need to re-assert themselves, … Continue reading →

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BBL: Terrence Jones’ outburst, Couch and Parker

Posted on July 18, 2012 9:15 am by John Clay

Big Blue Links for Wednesday: SEC newcomers respectful, not intimidated, writes Jen Smith of H-L. Vandy’s Franklin gets some attention, reports Smith. Jones scores 24 points in Summer League game, reports NBA.com. UK offers 2014 prospect Alexander, says All Ky … Continue reading →

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Vandy’s Franklin backs off “attractive wives” statement

Posted on June 1, 2012 8:32 am by John Clay

Known for his helicopter trips to visit recruits, Vanderbilt football coach James Franklin plunged into hot water Thursday when his comments that assistant coaches should have attractive wives went national. “I’ve been saying it for a long time, I will … Continue reading →

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SEC: Damon Evans on the rebound; Bama’s 44 violations

Posted on July 3, 2011 6:41 am by John Clay

SEC links for Sunday: A year later, former Georgia AD Damon Evans is still trying to move on Alabama lists 44 secondary violations in report to NCAA (but who’s counting) Click here to see a pdf of all 44 Alabama … Continue reading →

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SEC: Tennessee picks up win; Trouble at Alabama, MSU

Posted on February 4, 2011 6:46 am by John Clay

Around the SEC on a Friday morning: Mike Griffith of the Knoxville News-Sentinel reports on Tennessee’s 69-56 win at Auburn. The Vols did not have Scotty Hopson, out with a sprained ankle. But that was no problem. Griffith: “Tennessee showed … Continue reading →

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