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SEC links: Two runaway trains ready to collide

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SEC links: SEC title game

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SEC links: Leach atop Auburn wish list

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SEC links: Fulmer to Clemson?

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  • Here’s a new one: Randy Rosetta writes in The Advocate that LSU is now working on making tackles after its quarterback throws interceptions. And Jarrett Lee has thrown plenty of interceptions.

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SEC links: Richt defends Georgia defense

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Chip Towers of the AJC reports that Georgia coach Mark Richt is defending his defense and coordinator Willie Martinez.

Towers also reports that the Bulldogs will have to contain another mobile quarterback this week.

Maurice Patton of the Tennessean writes that penalties cost Vandy in its blowout loss to Florida.

John Patton of the Gainesville Sun writes that Tim Tebow got into Florida’s act on Saturday.

Kevin Scarbinsky of the Birmingham News writes that Nick Saban put his friends, team first in Bama’s win over LSU.

Gentry Estes of the Mobile Press-Register reports that Saban didn’t think the Tide played well Saturday.

Bryan Mullen of the Tennessean writes that downtrodden Vols will use bye week to heal.

Same thing at Arkansas, where Bob Holt of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports that the Razorbacks are ready for a break.

John Adams of the Knoxville News-Sentinel writes that as far as the Tennessee coaching search goes, getting it right is alll that counts.

Joseph Schiefelbein of The Advocate reports that Jarrett Lee is still LSU’s starting quarterback, but that freshman Jordan Jefferson will play.

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SEC links: Georgia making changes

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Chip Towers writes in the AJC that, coming to Kentucky, Georgia may change its backup back.

Towers also writes that Brandon Wood is back in Georgia’s defensive line rotation after serving a suspension for a DUI.

Kevin Scarbinsky, for the Birmingham News, travels to Baton Rouge where he finds that LSU fans have been waiting with mixed emotions for the return of Nick Saban.

The Baton Rouge paper, The Advocate, sent Scott Hotard to Tuscaloosa to do a story on Saban.

In the Huntsville Times, Mike McCarter writes that Saban still has fond memories of a late LSU booster.

At CBS Sportsline, Dennis Dodd writes that Nick Saban is writing a new chapter in Alabama’s storied history.

Tennessean columnist David Climer writes about the inevitable rumors that will accompany the Tennessee coaching search.

Bryan Mullen of the Tennessean writes that Tennessee could not afford, from an economic standpoint, to keep losing football games.

Dave Hooker of the Knoxville News-Sentinel writes about what Tennessee is looking for in a new coach.

Over at Mr. SEC, Jimmy Hyams writes about the Tennessee coaching search.

Robbie Andreu of the Gainesville Sun writes about Florida’s success in the Red Zone.

Maurice Patton writes in the Tennessean that Vanderbilt needs to turn its turnover battles around.

Terry Wood of the NW Arkansas Times writes about the passing skills of the Arkansas basketball team.

AP reports that study shows number of African-American coaches is lowest in 15 years.

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SEC links: Miles denies calling Saban “the devil”

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Joe Schiefelbein reports in The Advocate that LSU coach Les Miles denies ever calling Nick Saban “the devil.”

Clarion-Ledger columnist Rick Cleveland writes about Mississippi State fans who want Sylvester Croom gone.

Tennessean columnist Joe Biddle writes that UNC coach Butch Davis is the best fit for Tennessee.

Kevin Brockway of the Gainesville Sun writes about Jai Lucas decision to transfer from Florida.

Ian Rapoport writes in the Birmingham News that Alabama quarterback John Parker Wilson’s goal is to beat LSU and Auburn.

Mike Herndon writes in the Mobile Press-Register about Vanderbilt wide receiver George Smith, who after surviving a life-threatening illness, has reached out to a Mobile family.

In The State, Joseph Person writes about South Carolina’s Marvin Sapp, who is making the most of his senior season.

Bob Holt writes in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette that John Pelphrey is putting a lot on his Arkansas guards.

Knoxville News-Sentinel John Adams writes that her love of practice and her young team keep Pat Summitt spry.

Robbie Andreu writes in the Gainesville Sun that the Florida secondary has made a nice recovery.

Mark Bradley writes in the AJC that Georgia Tech’s 7-2 season has been better than Georgia’s 7-2 season.

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SEC links: Saban’s trip back to Baton Rouge

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Ian Rapoport writes in the Birmingham News that Nick Saban can’t help but get emotional about his return to Baton Rouge.

Paul Finebaum writes in the Mobile Press-Register that decision day is near for Auburn and Tommy Tuberville.

Kevin Scarbinsky of the Birmingham News writes that just like Tommy Bowden, Phil Fulmer got Nicked.

In the AJC, Jeff Schultz asks if Georgia quarterback Matt Stafford has already made up his mind about going pro early.

Also in the AJC, Mark Bradley writes that timid Georgia failed to embrace its potential.

Joseph Schiefelbein writes in The Advocate that LSU is looking for playmakers.

In the Tennessean, Bryan Mullen writes that Tennessee’s problems had been buidling before Fulmer’s dismissal.

Also in the Tennessean, David Climer writes that Fulmer had let his guard down.

ESPN, through various services, says Butch Davis, David Cutcliffe and Steve Spurrier all say they have no interest in Tennessee.

Young basketball Razorbacks learning the do’s and don’ts, writes Bob Holt in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.

Drew Edwards writes in the Knoxville News-Sentinel that Tennessee is dealing with the shock and trying to move on.

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SEC links: Best championship game ever?

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Tony Barnhart writes in the AJC that we could be headed for the best SEC Championship Game ever.

Alson in the AJC, Tim Tucker writes that Mark Richt is “sick” about Georgia’s loss to Florida.

Robbie Andreu writes in the Gainesville Sun that Florida is just focused on reaching Atlanta.

In the Huntsville Times, Gentry Estes writes that now Alabama is No. 1, the Tide can turn attention to Nick Saban’s return to Baton Rouge.

Randy Rosetta writes in The Advocate that LSU is in the spoiler role.

Doing double duty, Rosetta also writes that it won’t be a normal week for Saban or Les Miles.

Cecil Hurt writes in the Tuscaloosa News that Alabama is shaking the November blues.

Kevin Scarbinsky writes in the Birmingham News that Tommy Tuberville suggests the end of his tenure could be near.

In his blog, Clarion-Leger columnist Rick Cleveland weighs in on Tuberville.

Joe Person reports for The State that South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier thinks injured quarterback Stephen Garcia will be ok.

In the midst of Tennessee’s turmoil, Phil Fulmer is trying to stay strong, writes the Tennessean’s Bryan Mullen.

John Adams writes in the Knoxville News-Sentinel that Tennessee fans are happy to offer suggestions for a new Vols coach.

Brandon Marcello writes in the NW Arkansas Times that newcomer Montrello McDonald is making a good first impression with the Razorbacks.

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SEC links: Alabama just too good

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John Clay is a sports columnist for the Lexington Herald-Leader. A native of Central Kentucky and graduate of UK, he covered UK football for 13 seasons before being promoted to columnist in 2000. He lives in Lexington with his wife and two sons. You can e-mail him at jclay@herald-leader.com.
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