The 2026 preseason AP All-America team includes 24 players from the SEC, with 14 securing first-team honors. Texas, Georgia, and Ole Miss each contributed four players, while LSU had three representatives. Notable selections include Kewan Lacy (Ole Miss) and Colin Simmons (Texas) among first-team players, showcasing the SEC's strong talent pool heading into the season.

By the Numbers
  • 24 SEC players named to the 2026 preseason AP All-America team.
  • 14 players selected for the first team.
State of Play
  • The SEC maintains a dominant presence in college football with top-tier talent.
  • Texas, Georgia, and Ole Miss lead in player selections for the preseason team.
What's Next

As the season approaches, these selected players will aim to elevate their teams' performance and solidify their status as leading prospects for the upcoming NFL Draft.

Bottom Line

The SEC's strong representation in the preseason All-America team underscores the conference's ongoing talent development and sets high expectations for the upcoming football season.