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AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Prince Tega Wanogho came to Alabama from Nigeria wanting to be the next LeBron James. He became Auburn's starting left tackle instead. Now, he's the anchor of the 16th-ranked Tigers' all-senior offensive line.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee outside linebacker Darrell Taylor is coming off a breakthrough season but believes he's capable of doing even better. Taylor's eight sacks last season were the most by any Southeastern Conference player who is back this year. Seven of those sacks came in two games. Taylor believes he can have a more productive season if he gains consistency.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky's running backs aren't concerned with picking up where Benny Snell left off. If they handle expanded roles in the Wildcats' offense, filling the huge void left by the school's career rushing leader will take care of itself. Running backs will be expected to catch the ball more than in recent years as Kentucky in a passing attack behind junior quarterback Terry Wilson. The ground game will be a group effort featuring Asim 'A.J.' Rose, Kavosiey Smoke and Chris Rodriguez.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Former Arkansas forward Gabe Osabuohien has transferred to West Virginia. West Virginia men's basketball coach Bob Huggins announced the transfer of Osabuohien on Wednesday. He will have two years of eligibility remaining. Arkansas coach Eric Musselman dismissed Osabuohien from the Razorbacks last week without disclosing the reason.

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