Ahead of their SEC openers, Arkansas and Auburn have released their first official availability reports, a new requirement mandated by the SEC for all conference teams. Arkansas will be without several key players, including defensive backs Hudson Clark and Jaylon Braxton, while tight end Andreas Paaske and wide receiver Khafre Brown are also ruled out. Auburn's report indicates that players like Coleman and Miller, who missed last week's game, are being closely monitored, with Coleman possibly missing the game again. Tennessee is also adjusting to this new reporting rule, having named three players officially out for their game against Oklahoma. The SEC's policy aims to enhance transparency regarding player availability, with updates required until 90 minutes before kickoff. This structured reporting is designed to protect student-athletes and uphold the integrity of competition.