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SEC links for Friday:

• Kevin Brockway of the Gainesville Sun previews today’s Florida-Michigan State hoops matchup.
• Wes Rucker of the Chattanooga Times Free Press reports that Tennessee has protected Jonathon Crompton well.
• Mark Bradley of the AJC writes that there’s a grim big picture at Georgia.
• Marc Weiszer of the Athens Banner-Herald reports on Georgia’s challenge facing Georgia Tech offense.
• Tommy Deas of the Tuscaloosa News thinks Alabama’s Mark Ingram may be on the verge of Hesiman history.
• Kevin Scarbinsky of the Birmingham News writes that Gene Chizik is back in the Iron Bowl.
• Ron Morris of The State writes that a change is needed in South Carolina’s rivalry.
• In the Knoxville News-Sentinel, Mike Griffith writes it’s not personal, it’s business for Bruce Pearl.
• Kyle Veazey of the Clarion-Ledger writes on Mississippi State’s Anthony Dixon.
• David Jones of Florida Today writes that seniors add legacy for Urban Meyer.

SEC links for Tuesday:

• Writing for the Mobile Press-Register, Paul Finebaum says that it was Lane Kiffin, not Nick Saban, who proved that Urban Meyer is mortal.
• Mike Strange of the Knoxville News-Sentinel reports that Kiffin is again critical of Meyer.
• Jeff Schultz of the AJC writes that Meyer is also ranked No. 1 in excuses.
• Robbie Andreu of the Gainesville Sun reports that Florida is going back to basics.
• Mark Bradley of the AJC gives five reasons why Georgia should demote Willie Martinez.
• Gentry Estes writes in the Huntsville Times that Arkansas’ Ryan Mallett is a mighty challenge for Bama.

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SEC links for Friday:

• Mashaun D. Simon of the AJC reports that ex-Centre president Michael Adams, now at Georgia, could be candidate for NCAA’s top spot.
• David Climer of the Tennessean writes that the real public outrage is the thrashing of Jonathon Crompton.
• John Adams of the Knoxville News-Sentinel writes that Florida’s defense is tough on job security.
• Robbie Andreu of the Gainesville Sun reports that Florida is ready to match wits with UT’s Monte Kiffin.
• Chris Harry of the Orlando Sentinel writes on the personal problem of former UF quarterback John Reaves.

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SEC links for Thursday:

• Ron Higgins of the Memphis Commercial Appeal writes that Florida hasn’t forgotten Lane Kiffin’s “Rocky Top” quote.
• George Diaz of the Orlando Sentinel thinks there is some jealousy involved with Kiffin.
• Chris Low of ESPN writes that it’s time for Kiffin to face the consequences.
• Wes Rucker of the Chattanooga Times Free Press reports that UT receiver Gerald Jones denies rift with Jonathon Crompton.
• Joe Biddle of the Tennessean writes that Florida’s Tim Tebow redefines tough.
• AP reports that Jacksonville Jags’ owner says he’s considering drafting Tebow.
• David Jones of Florida Today reports that Deonte Thompson has Florida’s trust.
• Josh Bean of the Mobile Press-Register wonders if high school coaches are the new college coaching trend.

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SEC links for Friday:

• Kyle Veazey of the Clarion-Ledger reports that NCAA has ruled that star MSU basketball recruit Renardo Sidney is “non-certified.”
• Robbie Neiswanger of Morning News reports that Arkansas coach John Pelphrey promises appropriate action will be taken regarding players involvement in a fraternity party.
• Bryan Mullen of the Tennessean writes that ex-Tennessee defensive coordinator John Chavis has found a good fit at LSU.
• Scott Hotard of The Advocate writes about Vandy’s new no-huddle offense.
• Joe Person  of The State writes that South Carolina is preparing for multiple Georgia quarterbacks.
• But Tim Tucker of the AJC reports that Joe Cox will start at quarterback for the Bulldogs.
• Chris Low of ESPN writes that Georgia faces a must-win in week two.

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SEC links for Thursday:

• Seth Emerson of The State writes that ACC-SEC rivalry adds to South Carolina-N.C. State opener.
• Tony Barnhart of the AJC looks at how rowdy it might get for Georgia in Stillwater.
• David Brandt of the Clarion-Ledger reports that Memphis wants to rock Ole Miss’ world.
• Robbie Andreu of the Gainesville Sun writes that Florida quarterback Tim Tebow is good to go.
• ESPN’s Chris Low offers watch to watch in the SEC for Week 1.
• Ray Melick of the Birmingham News writes that after the NCAA ruling, it’s “game on” for Alabama.
• Jeff Lockridge of the Tennessean writes that Vandy coach Bobby Johnson knows this opponent well.
• Dave Hooker of the Knoxville News-Sentinel writes that Lane Kiffin was unhappy with Tennessee’s Wednesday practice.
• Wes Rucker of the Chattanooga Times Free Press writes that Tennessee quarterback Jonathon Crompton is confident again.
• Randy Rosetta writes in The Advocate that LSU is working on a new offensive wrinkle.

SEC links for Friday:

• Joe Biddle of the Tennessean writes that college football fans deserve to see coaches’ votes.
• David Climer of the Tennessean blogs that Vandy baseball does it the right way.
• Climer columnizes that UT quarterback Jonathon Crompton deserves praise for handling death threats.
• Mike Griffith of the Knoxville News-Sentinel reports that UT coach Lane Kiffin will get more play on ESPN.
• Randy Rosetta of The Advocate writes on LSU baseball’s dynamic duo.
• Rick Cleveland of the Clarion-Ledger writes about Ole Miss’ amazin’ Mort at short.
• Nate Allen of the NW Arkansas Times writes that Arkansas baseball is hoping to repeat history at Florida State.

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SEC links for Saturday:

• Kevin Scarbinsky of the Birmingham News writes that despite his two rings, Florida’s Urban Meyer could learn a thing or two from Auburn’s Gene Chizik.
• Tony Barnhart of the AJC writes on the Urban Meyer-Auburn issue.
• In the Gainesville Sun, Pat Dooley writes on Phil Mickelson’s round of golf with Tim Tebow.
• Also in the Birmingham News, Ray Melick writes that APR is the biggest game that coaches play.
• Randy Rosetta of The Advocate reports on LSU’s 10-1 trouncing of Florida in baseball.
• David Brandt of the Clarion-Leger reports on Mississippi State baseball’s upset win over Ole Miss.

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SEC links for Friday:

• Ron Morris of The State wonders if empty seats might be looming at Williams-Brice Stadium.
• In the Huntsville Times, Tommy Hicks reports that Ken Stabler will no longer work the Alabama radio booth.
• Tim Tucker of the AJC reports that the son of Georgia coach Mark Richt has picked a new school.
• John Adams of the Knoxville News-Sentinel writes that Tennessee quarterback Jonathon Crompton has found it a challenge to keep his edge.
• Ian Rapoport of the Birmingham News reports that Alabama running back Roy Upchurch is back.
• Jay G. Tate of the Montgomery Advertiser writes that Mike Slade has shown well in the Auburn secondary.

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SEC links for Sunday:

• J. Michael Falgoust of USA Today reports on Vandy’s loss to Maryland in NCAA Women’s Tournament, leaving no more league teams left in the men’s or women’s tournament.
• Randy Rosetta of The Advocate reports on LSU’s baseball win over Ole Miss.
• State columnist Ron Morris lists the 10 most influential figures in USC athletic history.
• Ian Rapoport of the Birmingham News writes that Alabama football coach Nick Saban is impressed with new Alabama basketball coach Anthony Grant.
• News columnist Kevin Scarbinsky wonders if Grant is a better choice than Missouri’s Mike Anderson.
• The News’ Charles Goldberg reports on Auburn’s eighth NCAA swimming title.
• Tennessean columnist Joe Biddle writes that Vandy pulls a smart play on baseball field.
• Robbie Andreu of the Gainesville Sun reports that Florida football is looking for playmakers.
• Drew Edwards of the Knoxville News-Sentinel reports that UT quarterback Jonathon Crompton says he’s having more fun this spring.
• News-Sentinel columnist John Adams writes that Tennessee must spring ahead to forget bad memories.
• In the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Tom Murphy writes that quarterback Ryan Mallett was impressive in Razorbacks scrimmage.
• Michael Carvell of the AJC reports that Joe Montana and his son Nick, a top prep quarterback, visited Georgia.