Jaron Spor has nearly a decade of journalism experience, initially as a news anchor/reporter in Wichita Falls, Texas and then covering the Oklahoma Sooners for USA Today's Sooners Wire. He has written about pro and college sports for Athlon and serves as a host across the Locked On Podcast Network focusing on Mississippi State and the Tampa Bay Bucs.
J.D. PicKell explained why a star SEC quarterback was left out of his top 10 college football rankings.
David Pollack believes a five-star freshman could fix a major SEC contender’s biggest offensive issue.
J.D. PicKell ranked a star transfer quarterback among the best in college football entering the 2026 season.
A playoff quarterback returning for 2026 is being predicted as one of the biggest problems in college football this season.
The debate over college football’s best quarterback is heating up after a playoff breakout and a bold analyst prediction.
David Pollack believes one SEC team is about to make a major offensive leap under its new coach.
David Pollack disagrees with a major SEC coach’s transfer portal idea and explains why it could create chaos across college football.
Playoff progress is not enough as one blue blood coach faces pressure to meet championship expectations.
SEC title drought sparks debate over whether depth or elite teams define the best conference in college football.
Former CFP team faces offensive concerns and QB uncertainty as SEC defenses catch up.
A rising SEC program shows signs of life behind a dynamic quarterback, but transfer portal concerns loom large.
All-time passing leader denied Hall of Fame eligibility sparks debate over outdated college football rules.
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