SEC Football Buzz: Georgia is the preseason SEC favorite again, with Texas right behind in the media poll, and the preseason All-SEC teams spotlight Longhorns like Arch Manning (QB) and Cam Coleman (WR) plus Texas OL Trevor Goosby. Texas on the Rise: Arch Manning’s SEC Media Days comments leaned on growth after last year’s scrutiny, while Colin Simmons is framed as a potential top NFL prospect after a sack-heavy 2025. Auburn Recognition: Auburn lands three preseason All-SEC nods (Xavier Atkins, Champ Anthony, Alex McPherson), even as Vanderbilt is picked low and gets no All-SEC votes. Space & Entertainment Tech: SpaceX’s Starship test flight from Texas hit another milestone for NASA’s Artemis work, deploying Starlink satellites and completing a splashdown after engine swaps. Houston Sports: The Astros’ comeback win over the White Sox and Gotham FC’s Sam Kerr scoring in a 2-2 draw keep Texas pro sports in the spotlight. Community & Culture: Little Texas announces a Sept. 24 show at Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center, and East Texas A&M volleyball earns an AVCA academic award.