The SEC’s stereotypical depth has been well on display this college football season. The conference usually has one juggernaut that stands out above the rest, though, even with its buffet of good teams. This year, to some, it may feel like it’s lacking that true top dog.
At this moment, Joel Klatt isn’t debating who the SEC‘s best team is. However, he has “no idea” who to put faith in beyond his top choice. Through Week 8, he thinks two different schools have legitimate claims for being the second-best squad in the conference.
“We’re about to be in November… [and] I have no idea who I trust in this league,” Klatt said on his show. “I think Georgia’s the best team in the SEC, even though they lost to Auburn. Who’s the second-best team? Ceiling-wise, it’s probably Texas. Consistency-wise, it’s probably Kentucky.”
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The Longhorns have some incredible wins, even when compared to the Wildcats’ strong victories. However, Texas also has multiple losses, while Kentucky has just one. If they’re both part of a bloated second tier within the conference, Klatt also has an eye on what’s happening in Baton Rouge.
“Who do I think [the SEC’s second-best team] going to be? LSU?” Klatt asked. “They get Texas at home… we’ll see if LSU can [win] that.”
Before Lane Kiffin and Co. can prepare for the Longhorns, they’ll need to handle business vs. Alabama in Week 10. The Crimson Tide and Tigers kick off at 3:30 p.m. ET on Nov. 7.
