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As the SEC expands to 16 teams in 2024, the conference is stacked at the quarterback position. From former five-star prospects to 2024 Heisman contenders to intriguing transfer additions, there will be some fantastic quarterback play on display this fall in the SEC.
Seven of the last nine Heisman winners have come from Oklahoma and the SEC. Two of those seven were non-quarterbacks, DeVonta Smith and Derrick Henry.
Much of what will determine which teams emerge as SEC title and College Football Playoff contenders will be on the shoulders of the quarterbacks who will lead their team in 2024.
There are some quarterback competitions that need to take place, but here’s our pre-spring ball SEC quarterback rankings.
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Carson Beck had a fantastic year in his first season at the helm for the Georgia Bulldogs. Beck led the SEC in passing yards and was third in the conference in passing touchdowns. He’s one of two favorites to win the Heisman trophy in 2024 and a really good Georgia team will give him every opportunity to have a fantastic season.
Jaxson Dart, Ole Miss Rebels
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Jaxson Dart and the Ole Miss Rebels had just two losses in the 2023 season; to Georgia and Alabama. Dart was tremendous last season, finishing third in the SEC in total touchdowns and combined rushing and passing yards.
Jalen Milroe, Alabama Crimson Tide
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People are sleeping on Jalen Milroe a bit. As a first-year starter, Milroe totaled 35 touchdowns and finished second in the SEC in NCAA quarterback rating. He was second in the conference in yards per attempt in 2023.
Quinn Ewers, Texas Longhorns
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Quinn Ewers is tied with Carson Beck for the best Heisman odds in the country. The Longhorns are turning over major pieces to their skill positions,…
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Publish date : 2024-02-24 14:34:34
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