We’re more than two months away from the start of the season, but it’s not difficult to predict some of the names who will receive All-SEC honors. Christian Kirk, Derrius Guice, Minkah Fitzpatrick, Arden Key and Daniel Carlson all made the 2016 team and are likely in line to be voted onto the team again.

A fair number of spots go to repeat players, but there are always first-timers. Here are 14 players who could become first-time All-SEC players this season:

Alabama – C Bradley Bozeman

Athlon Sports recently put RB Bo Scarbrough on its preseason All-SEC second team, but Alabama’s loaded backfield makes me wonder if any of the talented Crimson Tide ball-carriers (Scarbrough, Damien Harris, Najee Harris, Josh Jacobs) will stand out enough to be an All-SEC running back. Regardless, they’ll be great as a group, which should help UA’s offensive line get noticed. Bozeman anchors that line as the center, and could be a second-teamer behind Arkansas’ Frank Ragnow.

Arkansas – QB Austin Allen

While the media may focus on some of the conference’s younger quarterbacks (Jalen Hurts, Jacob Eason, Jake Bentley), the fifth-year senior in Fayetteville shouldn’t be overlooked. Coming off a 3,000-yard, 25-touchdown redshirt junior season, Allen is back to the lead the Arkansas offense. Turnovers were an issue last season, as he had 15 picks, but if that number drops a bit this fall, that should all but guarantee him a spot on the All-SEC team.

Auburn – QB Jarrett Stidham

Fans of the other 13 teams are probably sick of hearing about Stidham, as he’s only played a partial season of college football, but the fact is that if Auburn’s spring game is any indication of what we’ll see this fall, he’ll be one of the conference’s top quarterbacks. The Tigers have signed a number of elite wideouts. If Stidham proves to be the quarterback who can get them the ball, there will be fireworks on the Plains.

Florida – WR Antonio Callaway

Despite Florida’s struggles at QB the last two seasons, the SEC is well aware of the Gators’ play-making wideout. UF will have a new quarterback this fall – likely Feleipe Franks or Malik Zaire – which could be a boost for Callaway’s production. He already has the name recognition within the conference, now Callaway just needs a bit more consistency to be an All-SEC wideout.

Georgia – LB Lorenzo Carter

There were a few tempting names on UGA’s roster. On offense, QB Jacob Eason and RB Sony Michel certainly have All-SEC potential, but both face strong competition from the rest of the SEC (Michel even shares carries with one of the conference’s marquee backs). Carter, who considered making the jump to the NFL after last season, seems primed for a big year. After a down sophomore season, he bounced back for a strong junior season in 2016 (44 tackles, 5 sacks). If Carter can take the next step, all-conference honors should be in store.

Kentucky – RB Benny Snell

It’s a tough year to make the All-SEC team as a running back with so much returning talent (Derrius Guice, Kamryn Pettway, Nick Chubb), but Snell is getting some preseason hype after a 1,000-yard freshman season. With Boom Williams departed, all eyes are on Snell when it comes to the Kentucky ground game. The Wildcats are receiving some buzz as a potential sleeper in the SEC East, and that also gets people talking about Snell.

LSU – CB Donte Jackson

LSU’s secondary lost Jamal Adams and Tre’Davious White to the NFL, but Jackson, a veteran defensive back, appears ready to anchor the unit. With LSU’s “DBU” reputation, Jackson should have a leg up on his competition for a spot on the All-SEC team. Jackson had an impressive eight pass breakups last season to go along with two interceptions.

Mississippi State – DL Jeffery Simmons

There’s a strong case for Bulldogs QB Nick Fitzgerald as the team’s most likely All-SEC first-timer, but Fitzgerald faces a crowded field with limited spots. I went with Simmons (39 tackles, 2.5 for loss, 4 quarterback hurries), a 5-star recruit who made noticeable strides throughout his freshman season. As a sophomore, Simmons should establish himself as one of the conference’s top defensive linemen.

Missouri — RB Damarea Crockett

The SEC is full of talented running backs, but if Crockett manages to improve on last year’s numbers, he could find himself among the top five or so players at the position. Crockett had 1,062 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns on only 153 carries as a true freshman and figures to be the featured back for the entire 2017 season. As long as the Tigers’ offense continues to roll, Crockett should get a long look from All-SEC voters this fall.

Ole Miss – DL Marquis Haynes

It was a rough year for Ole Miss on defense last season, but the Rebels are looking to get back to their “Landshark” reputation in 2017. Haynes did his job in 2016, getting behind the line of scrimmage and making big-time tackles. He led the team in tackles for a loss (11), quarterback hurries (8) and sacks (7). If the rest of the defense does its job, Haynes should get noticed.

South Carolina — WR Deebo Samuel

Samuel only saw action in 10 games last season, but still recorded 59 catches for 783 yards. In fact, his average of 78.3 receiving yards per game was fourth among SEC pass-catchers. The number is even more impressive when one remembers Jake Bentley did not take over at quarterback until halfway through the season. If Samuel and Bentley can play a full season together, Samuel should have the stats to make All-SEC.

Tennessee — WR Jauan Jennings

Last season, the name Jauan Jennings was synonymous with big plays. Jennings famously burned Florida trash-talker Teez Tabor for a touchdown that helped the Vols snap a long losing streak against the Gators. A week later, he caught Josh Dobbs’ Hail Mary with time expired in UT’s unforgettable win over Georgia. On the season, Jennings finished with 40 catches for 580 yards and seven touchdowns. With Josh Malone departed, Jennings will undoubtedly be the Vols’ go-to wideout this season. If the converted quarterback takes that next step, it could be a big year for him.

Texas A&M – S Armani Watts

With a 100-tackle season as a sophomore, Watts made a name for himself in College Station. He might have made a name for himself nationally last year had he played a whole season, but an injury suffered against Ole Miss cut his season to nine games. If Watts can stay healthy, the senior safety could finally be able to add All-SEC to his football resume.

Vanderbilt – LB Oren Burks

With Zach Cunningham gone, Vanderbilt will be looking for a tackler to step up. Burks, who had 59 tackles last season, could help fill that void in the middle. Last season, he played at both the Star position (hybrid safety/linebacker) and inside linebacker. That versatility could help get him noticed this season.