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We’ve had no shortage of lists throughout the summer. Now the SEC’s football information directors have released theirs by way of AL.com’s “best of the SEC” position-by-position list.
The “awards” are included below. (Fair warning: Be prepared to see LSU’s Leonard Fournette mentioned more than a few times.) Be sure to check out AL.com’s full gallery and explanations here.
Most Valuable Player: LSU running back Leonard Fournette
Most Underrated: Alabama tight end O.J. Howard
Top Heisman Candidate: Fournette
Most Versatile: Texas A&M wide receiver Christian Kirk
Best Inside Linebacker: Alabama linebacker Reuben Foster
Best Outside Linebacker: Alabama linebacker Tim Williams
Best Defensive Lineman: Texas A&M defensive end Myles Garrett
Best Cornerback: Florida cornerback Jalen Tabor
Best Safety: Alabama safety Eddie Jackson
Best Running Back: Fournette
Best Passer: Ole Miss quarterback Chad Kelly
Best Offensive Tackle: Alabama offensive tackle Cam Robinson
Best Receiver: Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley
Best Kick Returner: Georgia wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie
Best Place Kicker: Auburn kicker Daniel Carlson
Best Punter: Alabama punter JK Scott
Best Athlete: Fournette
