Georgia Bulldogs defense praised ahead of 2026 college football season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:38 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs will start the 2026 season with a strong defensive lineup, returning eight starters from the previous year. ESPN analyst Booger McFarland highlighted the defense's potential, suggesting that their experience could make them a leading unit in college football. The Bulldogs secured their 16th SEC championship in 2025 and are set to build on that success with several All-SEC defensive players, including KJ Bolden and Ellis Robinson IV. With a top-five ranking entering the season, Georgia aims to continue their strong performance.
- •Georgia returns eight defensive starters from 2025.
- •Booger McFarland cites their defense as potentially elite.
- •The Bulldogs won their 16th SEC championship in 2025.
- •Georgia ranks in the top five entering the new season.
- •Key defensive players include KJ Bolden and Ellis Robinson IV.
- 5:38 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN analyst praises outstanding Georgia football defense
"The Dawgs will return eight total defensive starters from last season and have several All-SEC picks on defense
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