South Carolina has seen highs and lows under Shane Beamer. With LaNorris Sellers returning, 2026 could define whether the program takes a step forward or stalls.
Eli Drinkwitz rebuilt Missouri into an SEC contender, but rising expectations now demand a College Football Playoff breakthrough to validate that progress.
College football fans often expect constant progress, but most programs face cycles of success and setbacks. South Carolina is a clear example of that reality.
Missouri has stabilized under Eli Drinkwitz, but expectations are rising. Can the Tigers take the next step and become a true College Football Playoff contender in 2026?
