SPOTLIGHT: 10 Biggest Storylines Heading Into 2026 SEC Media Days in Tampa | Trey Wallace Joins Us!

SEC Media Days 2026 kick off from Tampa, spotlighting heated questions: Can Steve Sarkisian and Arch Manning turn Texas into true championship contenders, or will high expectations trigger massive shakeups? Georgia’s defensive regression under Kirby Smart in 2025 raises eyebrows—will the Bulldogs reclaim their signature havoc? The spotlight intensifies for new SEC coaches like Alex Golesh, Will Stein, and Jon Sumrall as they adjust to pressure-packed debuts. Host Chris Gordy breaks down pivotal storylines across the conference, from Shane Beamer’s hot seat at South Carolina to Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama quarterback battle and lingering uncertainty around Ahmad Hardy’s return at Missouri. Guest Trey Wallace adds insider perspectives on Lane Kiffin’s expected grilling, evolving transfer portal strategies, and the SEC’s high-stakes discussions with Congress about self-governance and NIL reform. Don’t miss this essential preview of the seismic changes shaping SEC football’s future.   Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COMto play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.