Kirby Smart says Georgia football is dealing with multiple injuries

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Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Kirby Smart says Georgia football is dealing with multiple injuries
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Georgia football is preparing for its upcoming game against Auburn on Saturday while facing significant injury challenges. Coach Kirby Smart described his team as 'beat up' following their recent narrow victory over Alabama. Key players missing include Isiah Canion, who has a lower extremity injury, and Thomas Blackshear, who has been sidelined with a broken collarbone. Freshman Craig Dandridge stepped up in their absence, playing a season-high 55 snaps. The Bulldogs are also missing running backs Nate Frazier and Chauncey Bowens due to injuries, complicating game preparations as Smart navigates the unknowns of player availability.

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  • •Georgia plays Auburn Saturday with significant injuries.
  • •Isiah Canion and Thomas Blackshear are out for the game.
  • •Dwight Phillips rushed for a career-high 120 yards against Alabama.
  • •Craig Dandridge played a key role with increased snaps.
  • •Nate Frazier and Chauncey Bowens are also injured.
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  • 5:03 PMYahoo Sports — Kirby Smart says Georgia is 'beat up.' Here's the latest on injuries
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Georgia football plays Auburn Saturday with several key players dealing with injuries. Here's what Kirby Smart said about his 'beat up' team.

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