Kirby Smart updates on Gabe Harris' health at Georgia SEC media days
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 12:13 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart provided an injury update on defensive lineman Gabe Harris at SEC media days. Harris is recovering from a significant toe injury that forced him to miss the 2026 spring practice. Smart indicated that Harris is healthy and participating in practices, although on a limited basis. Following his injury, which occurred during the SEC championship against Alabama, and subsequent surgery, Harris is expected to play a crucial role in Georgia's defense this season. His performance will be critical as the Bulldogs prepare for their season opener against Tennessee State on September 5.
- •Gabe Harris missed spring practice due to a toe injury.
- •Kirby Smart states Harris is healthy but on a load-management plan.
- •Harris previously recorded 26 tackles, including 6.5 for loss, in 2025.
- •Georgia faces Tennessee State in the season opener on September 5.
- •Harris' increased role follows the ACL injury of Auburn transfer Amaris Williams.
- 12:13 PMYahoo Sports — Kirby Smart gives injury update on starting Georgia DL
"Georgia coach Kirby Smart says defensive lineman Gabe Harris is healthy after a significant toe injury last season that forced him to miss the spring
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