ATLANTA (AP) — There was not a Big Ten player, coach or fan in sight this week as the College Football Hall of Fame hosted SEC Media Days. Still, the SEC’s No. 1 rival found its way into conversations all week long.

It’s no secret the rivalry has intensified in recent years. Over the last decade, the SEC has won six of the 10 national championships. Two were won by Clemson in that stretch but the last two were won by Big Ten rivals, Michigan last year and Ohio State in January.

The recent success has put a dent in the SEC’s reputation as the nation's dominant conference. SEC coaches, players and Commissioner Greg Sankey have no question they’re still No. 1.

“For all those of you who like to speculate about super-conferences, welcome to one," Sankey said to open this week's event. "We ha

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