College Football Media Days Kick Off 2026 Season Across Conferences

The Southland Conference will host its annual Football Media Day on July 21 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. All ten conference teams will be represented, with the event streamed live on ESPN+. McNeese State will send head coach Matt Viator, running back Tre’Vonte Citizen and safety Javon Davis for interviews and press briefings.

Meanwhile, the SEC’s 2026 Media Days are underway, focusing on key questions for each program. Notably, Kentucky will introduce first‑year head coach Will Stein, the conference’s joint‑second‑youngest head coach, as the Wildcats begin a rebuilding year. The coverage also touches on Missouri’s consistent performance under Eli Drinkwitz, underscoring the broader preseason narrative for college football.