[fullmetal]

I do think the $EC is increasing its competitiveness in multiple sports, but that seems to be specific per school.  I note the second-highest $EC school was LSU, which checked in at #13, about 340 pts behind Florida, so perhaps the conference as a whole isn't about to catch up, but it never hurts to keep an eye over one's shoulder.  (Note well, incoming athletic director!)

[fullmetal]

I do think the $EC is increasing its competitiveness in multiple sports, but that seems to be specific per school.  I note the second-highest $EC school was LSU, which checked in at #13, about 340 pts behind Florida, so perhaps the conference as a whole isn't about to catch up, but it never hurts to keep an eye over one's shoulder.  (Note well, incoming athletic director!)