SOUTHEASTERN CONFERENCE SPORTS

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  AUBURN -- Minnesota was eliminated from the NCAA tournament in the first round Friday, so fans might know by this weekend whether reports linking Gophers coach Tubby Smith to the Auburn job were legitimate or, as Smith called them, "just talk."   CBSSports.com reporter Dennis Dodd blogged Friday morning that Auburn was "close" to hiring Smith. Hours later,... Full story »

The Crimson Tide beats Vanderbilt (and ace pitcher Sonny Gray) in tonight's SEC opener, tying the 1997 College World Series runner-up team for the best start in program history. Full story »

Alabama's newest football hire will work with coaches on the defensive side of the football. Full story »

Minnesota coach says he's happy with the Gophers, but Tigers may pursue him Full story »

Athletics Director Joel Maturi says he hasn't talked to anyone from the Tigers as Smith, Gophers prepare for today's NCAA Tournament game Full story »

The week before Auburn's entry into SEC play offered a contrast of two extremes. Full story »

Tigers' coach could land in SEC upper tier, and search may include Tubby Smith, Tony Barbee and others Full story »

Buzzer Beaters + Surprising Upsets = Dramatic Day 1 Full story »

Top recruit cites family, personal problems. Full story »

Alabama's football coach will be on hand for pregame ceremonies before tomorrow night's baseball game versus Vanderbilt, per UA media relations. Full story »

Auburn coaching candidate falls to Butler in first round Full story »

Murray State wins it on a buzzer beater Full story »

Men's basketball bracket doesn't look full of surprises. Full story »

Three games, three thrillers; Villanova survives Robert Morris upset threat Full story »

Grinding style could catch young Wildcats off guard. Full story »