SEC Football
We asked Grok to fill out its All-SEC first-team ballot. Here are the results
By Adam Spencer
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With SEC Media Days wrapping up today in Atlanta, we’ll soon know how media members voted for a number of things, such as SEC order of finish, conference champion and All-SEC teams.
Grok is X’s AI assistant, and we thought it’d be interesting to see what it made of the SEC as the 2025 regular season rapidly approaches.
We took to X and prompted Grok to fill out an All-SEC ballot. The results were pretty solid, if we do say so ourselves. Here’s how Grok filled out its ballot for the preseason first-team All-SEC positions:
2025 Preseason All-SEC Football Team Ballot
Here are the All-SEC preseason picks from Grok:
Offense
First Team
- QB: Arch Manning, Texas
- Rationale: Manning, a former five-star recruit, steps into the starting role with elite arm talent and mobility. His limited 2024 snaps showed promise, and Texas’ offensive system under Steve Sarkisian should maximize his potential.
- RB: Ahmad Hardy, Missouri
- Rationale: A transfer from UL-Monroe, Hardy’s explosive playstyle fits Missouri’s physical offense. His 2024 performance (1,000+ yards at ULM) suggests a breakout in the SEC.
- RB: Quintrevion Wisner, Texas
- Rationale: Wisner returns as a key piece of Texas’ backfield, complementing CJ Baxter’s return from injury. His 2024 efficiency (5.5+ yards per carry) makes him a first-team lock.
- WR: Ryan Williams, Alabama
- Rationale: Williams, a freshman star in 2024, returns as Alabama’s top receiver. His speed and playmaking ability (1,000+ yards projected) make him a standout.
- WR: Cam Coleman, Auburn
- Rationale: Coleman’s size and athleticism (6’3”, 200 lbs) made him a 2024 breakout candidate. With Auburn’s improved offense, he’s poised for a massive year.
- TE: Eli Stowers, Vanderbilt
- Rationale: Stowers is arguably the nation’s top tight end, with versatility as a receiver and blocker. His 2024 performance (600+ yards) makes him a key weapon for Diego Pavia.
- OL: Jake Slaughter, Florida (C)
- Rationale: Slaughter anchors one of the SEC’s best offensive lines, with 2024 All-SEC honors. His leadership is critical for Florida’s run-heavy scheme.
- OL: Parker Brailsford, Alabama
- Rationale: A transfer from Washington, Brailsford’s experience in Kalen DeBoer’s system makes him a stabilizing force at center.
- OL: Kadyn Proctor, Alabama
- Rationale: Proctor, a returning starter, is a mauler at tackle. His 2024 performance (All-SEC Second Team) suggests further growth.
- OL: Ar’maj Reed-Adams, Texas A&M
- Rationale: Reed-Adams is a key piece of A&M’s strong line, supporting Marcel Reed’s dual-threat ability. His 2024 run-blocking was elite.
- OL: Cayden Green, Missouri
- Rationale: Green’s size and agility make him a standout guard. Missouri’s improved line play in 2024 sets him up for a big 2025.
- All-Purpose: Kevin Concepcion, Texas A&M
- Rationale: A transfer from NC State, Concepcion’s versatility as a receiver and returner adds dynamic playmaking to A&M’s offense.
Defense
First Team
- DL: Dylan Stewart, South Carolina
- Rationale: Stewart, a 2024 freshman All-American, is a pass-rushing phenom (6.5 sacks). His speed off the edge makes him a game-changer.
- DL: Colin Simmons, Texas
- Rationale: Simmons led Texas’ defense in 2024 (7 sacks) and is a cornerstone of their elite front. His athleticism is unmatched.
- DL: LT Overton, Alabama
- Rationale: Overton’s versatility and 2024 production (5+ sacks) make him a disruptive force for Alabama’s rebuilt defensive line.
- DL: Keldric Faulk, Auburn
- Rationale: Faulk’s breakout 2024 (4.5 sacks) and physicality anchor Auburn’s improving defense.
- LB: Anthony Hill, Texas
- Rationale: Hill, a 2024 All-SEC pick, led Texas in tackles (80+) and is a sideline-to-sideline playmaker.
- LB: Suntarine Perkins, Ole Miss
- Rationale: Perkins’ pass-rushing ability (6 sacks in 2024) and coverage skills make him a versatile star for Ole Miss.
- LB: Taurean York, Texas A&M
- Rationale: York’s leadership and tackling (90+ in 2024) anchor A&M’s defense. He’s a rising star under Mike Elko.
- CB: Jermod McCoy, Tennessee
- Rationale: McCoy’s 2024 breakout (3 INTs) and lockdown coverage make him Tennessee’s top defensive back.
- CB: Malik Muhammad, Texas
- Rationale: Muhammad’s length and speed (2 INTs, 8 PBUs in 2024) make him a shutdown corner for Texas.
- S: KJ Bolden, Georgia
- Rationale: Bolden, a 2024 freshman standout, brings elite range and ball skills (2 INTs) to Georgia’s secondary.
- S: Keon Sabb, Alabama
- Rationale: A transfer from Michigan, Sabb’s 2024 performance (3 INTs) and physicality bolster Alabama’s back end.
Specialists
First Team
- K: Brock Taylor, Vanderbilt
- Rationale: Taylor’s 2024 accuracy (90%+ on FGs) and range make him the SEC’s top kicker.
- P: Tyler White, Texas A&M
- Rationale: White’s 2024 punting average (45+ yards) and ability to pin opponents deep earn him first-team honors.
- KR: Zachariah Branch, Georgia
- Rationale: A USC transfer, Branch’s electric return ability (2 return TDs in 2024) adds a spark to Georgia’s special teams.
- PR: Zachariah Branch, Georgia
- Rationale: Branch’s vision and speed make him a dual-threat as a punt returner, with 2024 highlights at USC.
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
