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Simpson & Stockton: SEC Championship Quarterbacks
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This Saturday, the SEC Championship game features two quarterbacks, Ty Simpson of Alabama and Gunner Stockton of Georgia, whove patiently waited for their chance to shine. Both have been part of championship teams but this year marks their first time leading their teams as starting quarterbacks. Simpson spent three years behind Jalen Milroe, while Stockton backed up Stetson Bennett and Carson Beck. Despite their different paths, both have shown consistent performance and leadership, with Simpson throwing for over three thousand yards and twenty-five touchdowns, and Stockton leading Georgia to an eleven-and-one record. Their journey highlights a unique commitment to their teams, as theyve navigated a path less traveled in an era where many players opt for the transfer portal.
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