It’s time to rejoice: The first weekend of the 2016 season is here, and it’s monstrously good. There are 13 games involving SEC teams, and all but one carry some interest.
The fun starts Thursday night, and it includes a league game, with Vanderbilt playing host to South Carolina.
Here’s a quick preview of each of the games involving SEC teams.
Appalachian State at Tennessee
TIME/TV: Thursday, 7:30 p.m., SEC Network
THE BUZZ: The opener in what is expected to be a memorable season for the Vols. The defense, now coordinated by Bob Shoop, will be scrutinized; Shoop has promised a much more aggressive unit.