Kirby Smart provides availability status for Georgia players before Western Kentucky game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 4:08 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Georgia coach Kirby Smart provided injury updates on Tuesday regarding the roster for the upcoming game against Western Kentucky. Outside linebacker Chase Linton remains week to week after missing the season opener against Tennessee State with a lower leg injury. Meanwhile, backup cornerback Jontae Gilbert is expected to return to play this week following surgery on his metacarpal. Center Drew Bobo continues to play with a protective club on his hand to manage an injury sustained during the preseason. The Bulldogs secured a 63-3 victory in their opening game behind a defensive performance that included 2.5 sacks from newcomers. Georgia prepares for Saturday's home matchup as staff monitor the health of several key contributors.
- •Chase Linton is listed as week to week with a lower leg injury.
- •Jontae Gilbert is cleared to play following surgery on his finger.
- •Drew Bobo continues to wear a club on his left hand.
- •Georgia opens its home schedule against Western Kentucky on Saturday.
- 4:08 PMYahoo Sports — Kirby Smart updates status for Georgia pass-rusher for Western Kentucky
"Georgia was missing a top backup outside linebacker in its opener. Here's the latest on Chase Linton's availability for Western Kentucky.
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