Take a deep breath, Big Blue Nation. The moment we’ve all been waiting for is finally here, the preseason awards are out, Big Blue Madness is done. The formal, official start to the college basketball conversation arrives this week with SEC Tipoff ’26, live from Birmingham, Ala. For two full days, the SEC Network will be dedicated to wall-to-wall coverage, and fans will get their first chance to hear directly from the coaches and players who will define the season.
It’s always a fascinating event, offering a glimpse into each team's mindset, and this year promises to be no different.