Kirby Smart questions Georgia's pass rush effectiveness heading into 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart expressed concerns about the team's pass rush effectiveness as the 2026 season approaches. Despite a talented defensive front, Georgia finished last in the SEC in 2025 with just 20 sacks. The loss of former Auburn pass rusher Amaris Williams, who suffered a torn ACL, adds to the challenges. Smart noted that the team has not shown adequate progress in pass rushing and emphasized the need for players like Elijah Griffin to step up during the season. The team's readiness for kickoff remains uncertain as they navigate these issues.
- •Georgia finished last in the SEC in 2025 with just 20 sacks.
- •Amaris Williams will miss the entire 2026 season due to a torn ACL.
- •Kirby Smart highlighted the defensive front's lack of progress.
- •Elijah Griffin is expected to play a key role in the pass rush.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Kirby Smart unsure Georgia has fixed last season’s biggest prblem
"Georgia's defensive front features a dynamic group of talent despite struggling across 2025, but Kirby Smart knows UGA's pass rush needs work
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