Clemson Tigers face new questions as 2016 season opens at Auburn
Clemson returns Watson at quarterback after adding about 16 pounds and remaining fast. Wayne Gallman and Jordan Leggett headline weaponry with Mike Williams aiming to rebound from neck injury. The Tigers rebuild the defense with Wilkins Bryant Tankersley Boulware and Venables reshaping the unit, opening at Auburn on Sept. 3.
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Georgia coach Kirby Smart targets first national title
Athens Georgia Kirby Smart arrives with a clear mandate to win a national championship at Georgia after Mark Richt's departure. The quarterback race includes Jacob Eason Greyson Lambert and Brice Ramsey as Smart shapes a new era and squad after a long title drought.
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Chubb and Michel Return from Injuries in Team Schedule
Tailbacks Nick Chubb and Sony Michel are recovering from left knee and left forearm injuries. Chubb has practiced without limits and could be cleared for the opener versus North Carolina. Offensive coordinator Jim Chaney praised Chubb's strength and return to form.
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Yellow Jackets embrace low expectations to fuel effort
Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson ignores slim preseason hopes as the 3-9 1-7 ACC team enters another season. He preaches a blue collar, work ethic mindset and a chip on the shoulder after beating Georgia and missing a bowl for the first time since 1996. Senior kicker Harrison Butker notes the focus and motivation from Johnson.
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Johnson presses players on overrating their own hype
Johnson notes players overestimate their prowess after ACC title game and Orange Bowl run. He cites past confidence missteps and urges focus as senior QB Justin Thomas aims to pair with familiar teammates. Thomas recalls 2014 spike and 2015 injuries, stressing a united, vocal locker room on offense and defense.
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Gamecocks Eye QB Duel as Muschamp Prepares for Season
South Carolina coach Will Muschamp weighs a quarterback battle between walk on Perry Orth and early enrollee Brandon McIlwain with freshman Jake Bentley also in the mix. Lorenzo Nunez may split time at receiver and the team opens with Vanderbilt and Mississippi State, amid Spurrier’s move to Florida and concerns over an untested offense.
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