SEC Spotlight: Five programs off to hot starts recruiting the 2026 class

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The 2026 recruiting cycle is still in its infancy but that hasn’t stopped some programs from racing out to hot start with several big commitments.

Here are five programs in the SEC that are pacing the league right now with their 2026 classes.

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GEORGIA

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Kirby Smart and the Dawgs hold three early commitments from a few of the nation’s best, including speedy four-star receiver Vance Spafford and dynamic four-star defensive back Jontavious Wyman. Georgia’s class is set to grow in a matter of months, and the Dawgs have already started to trend in the right direction with a handful of priority targets in their own backyard.

Georgia is in a strong position with several Peach State blue-chippers, including touted athlete Ryan Mosley, four-star running back Jae Lamar, four-star offensive lineman Graham Houston, four-star safety Nassir McCoy and four-star athlete Tyriq Green.

We also like the Dawgs’ chances with four-star offensive line target Desmond Green and five-star quarterback Jared Curtis long-term.

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LSU

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Brian Kelly’s staff has gotten off to fast starts on the recruiting trail during the last few years in Baton Rouge, and the same trend is in place for 2026. LSU holds six early commitments and the No. 7 class, according to the Rivals Team Rankings. The Tigers’ early commitments are largely…


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Publish date : 2025-01-28 14:01:00

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