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It is Spring Training, and yet you are reading about UGA's Spring Game. Insert roll eyes emoji.

I do not think this affects Georgia or Alabama. Georgia is in a great position at the RB position. As is Alabama. Wish the kid the best.

How do you say to ESPN that the 8-game schedule stays until you pay the same money Fox and CBS are paying the Big 10 without saying it?

No way around it. At best, DeBoar thought he would be able to retain him, so they kept quiet about it. At worst, they knew very early after accepting the Bama HC position that he wasn't coming. This could not have gone over well with the players. Yes, Bama lost a couple of big-name players, but I thought the staff did a heck of a job retaining the kids, at least up to this point. It is what it is and it's done. Spring practice is where DeBoar will have a chance to sell his players on him. Some players go to Bama because they grew up a Tide fan. But most went there because of Saban. The leadership of the team has kept them together to this point. But DeBoar will be faced with what every coach in America has to do. Re-recruit his team, while looking to strengthen areas. The nasty part is going on now. Back-channeling to players with offers of $$$ and playing time. And EVERY team does it - including Alabama and Georgia. The difference that Alabama and Georgia have is the # of players that other programs will attempt to 'buy' right out from under them. Pretty sure (y'all correct me if I'm wrong) - that the SEC transfer rule might keep them from playing in the conference when transferring in the spring.

Way different expectations in Tuscaloosa versus Starkville. None of us expected Deboar's O.C. to be staying in Seattle for the Seahawks job. I think Alabama is maybe 6 under the 85 scholarship total and Georgia is maybe 5 above. Everybody has to rerecruit their roster after Spring Practice. The truth... Kirby will encourage some kids to look elsewhere, based on where they are on the depth chart. Deboar has to hold his roster of 5 stars and 4 stars, while others try and poach, while he chases pieces he needs. And he is doing that with a new group of defensive coaches, what will be a new O.C., and it's rumored the OL and WR coach may also follow the OC to the Seahawks. That's asking a LOT - but Bama fans will expect a LOT. Lebby has 'time'. Deboar does not. I still believe that you want to be the guy who follows the guy who followed the GOAT. But that doesn't mean Deboar will not be successful. Will be interesting to watch all of this play out.

Oh, I think their body language told you that they were not exactly thrilled. Rooting for BAMA. :)

Billy's biggest problem is the schedule. There are very few teams in the SEC that could make it through that schedule without a significant # of losses. H-Miami H-Samford H- A&M A - Mississippi State Off H-UCF A - UT H- Kentucky Off N - Georgia A - Texas H- LSU H- Ole Miss A- FSU

Well said.

Will be really interesting which Georgia Team shows up. The disinterested one that played Vanderbilt or the focused one that played Ole Miss. FSU has lost 50% of their offensive production, and is down to their 3rd string QB, who played against Louisville and lost both of their DT'S and a starting LB either to go pro or hit the portal - that was a combined 50 solo tackles and 11 sacks and 1 interception. Dawgs have had a lot of depth going into the portal, but not very many starters. If Georgia shows up focused, this could be incredibly one-sided. If the Dawgs sleep walk - could be a very different game.

Really? Is that right? Do you want to get into the history of athletes at the two schools' "quicks draw"? I think it is fair to say that they have BOTH had some guys that have done some very stupid things on campus and that's the stuff we know about. I never enjoy seeing this stuff show up at any school. It's sad for the school, the athlete, and especially the young woman this happened to. Nobody should get their jollies from something like this.

Yup, if what is being put out there is correct, he turned down Auburn, who was offering double what Georgia was. Kirby is in a different spot than Freeze. One is trying to keep his team, the other is trying to build one as quickly as he can. There is a balance there. With that said, congrats to the Tigers - they had a big day yesterday.

I wish the kid the best. Dawgs are fine. Word is that Stockton has stepped into that #2 role and has looked crisp in practice. Puglisi has an 'Eason' level arm. Dawgs will be fine. Never understand why fans feel so betrayed by kids that haven't played a down in their home stadium when they change their mind. Seems to me that Kirby has a pretty good handle on this recruiting thing. Lord folks... Be happy! Life is good.

Wrong or right - it's irrelevant since nobody is going to go back and change it now. We still had our chances - hit the upright on an FG, where we made mistakes that took it from a chip shot to a 50-yarder. Turned the ball over on our own 11 (not forced) which led to 3. That's the difference in the game. Dawgs have nobody to blame but themselves. We got two years of Metchie and Williams and then Harrison - do not want to sound like either of those fan bases. Congrats to Bama. Hope they win it all and keep the SEC Natty streak going. We'll see y'all in Tuscaloosa next fall.

That's perfect!

There you go. Do you think the Bammers will ever figure out that when they pronounce Georgia "Jawga", it only solidifies how most people perceive them? LOL!

With respect. You have no idea what you are talking about - he's a late first-rounder/early-rounder. And with that said, sincerely, best of luck in the playoffs. I hope the Tide Keeps the SEC streak going. I look forward to seeing you in Tuscaloosa.

Hmmm... Burton had two catches for 28 yards, one being the TD on a well ran route and solid catch. He dropped a ball in the EZ - not an easy catch, but catchable. He did have a PI called that helped the Tide in a drive on a deep ball. It was more than questionable - but he got the call. I spent two years defending this guy on social media. He helped the Dawgs win a Natty, and as far as I was concerned - just wish him the best. There were a lot of Dawg fans who felt betrayed by Burton. It was clear the deal was done either before or right after Georgia beat them in the Natty. So while others delighted in his struggles in Tuscaloosa, I felt bad about the guy. That began to change with his conduct in Knoxville last year and then last night after the game, the camera caught him yelling at UGA fans. You do not have to be an expert in reading lips to see what he was screaming. So as far as Burton goes - Alabama is welcomed to him. As far as Marshall was concerned; he was a DGD. But the staff was honest with him. The LBs coming in were going to see playing time and he was going to be deep down the depth chart. So he chose to leave. The irony is that Dumas-Johnson went down in the UF game, that would have created a ton of time for Trezmen. Give him credit - he got to the ball. But that fumble wasn't forced. It was a mistake by Beck and the Georgia defense stoned them. But... That 3 points and missed FG (if just a 1/2 inch closer that ball likely bounces in) - that's the difference in the game. Wish not ill will to Burton and wish Marshall nothing but the best. Hope the Tide go on to win the Natty. It could not have worked out better for them. They will not have to face the Dawgs again and will be the best team in the field of 4. I think they get the 4th slot and will face Michigan. Washington and Texas face-off, where I expect Texas to beat Washington, giving the Tide a chance to exact a little revenge for that early season beat down. Go Dawgs!

Not sure how the writer believes the scandal is behind them. It will be brought up and discussed in every game they play for the remainder of the season. If they do win the Natty, it will be considered tainted by everyone but Michigan fans. If you believe what has been written, TCU was tipped off by other Big 10 schools that they steal signals. What does that tell you about where Michigan sits in its conference when an out-of-conference school is contacted by multiple Big 10 schools? And the best part? TCU used it against them - keeping the signals but changing the meaning. Their willingness to 'cheat' contributed to costing them the game. A game they should have won 'straight up' anyway. I'm a Dawg, then conference, honestly I don't care. But in this case, if Michigan makes it to the Natty, I will absolutely be pulling for the team they are playing against.

He will be a superb coach.

To be clear, I think Bama would deserve to go. But firmly believe that there will be a big effort to keep the SEC out. Once it goes to 12, the rest of the conferences will struggle to win a Natty. Be careful what you asked for; you just might get it and they are about to find out what that means.

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Take your Bulldog and Crimson Tide glasses off and this is what you should see. The greatest coach of all time is Nick Saban. What he has done at Alabama is nothing short of awesome. If you are a 'Tide' fan, you should be incredibly proud and appreciative of the run you have been a part of. Kirby Smart learned from this best and then went and applied the key learnings from that at his Alma Mater. And he has continued to learn and adapt since being back in Athens. For the longest time, everyone talked about Georgia's underachieving. Kirby fixed that. And if you are a Dawg, then you should also enjoy and appreciate the level that Kirby has taken you to and remind yourself, that Kirby has been at Georgia 8 years now that he only turns 48 on December 23rd. (So burnout will likely get him before Father Time does). If Alabama wins on Saturday - a tip of the hat to Bama. If Georgia wins on Saturday - a tip of the hat to the Dawgs. Both fan bases should respect what the other has done, regardless of who wins. It is impressive. Congrats to Alabama on a great season and Go Dawgs!

After this year. If Georgia beats Alabama on Saturday, that will pretty much put an end to this dynasty stuff. That will mean, at a minimum, that Georgia, not Alabama won the last two Natty's with another one on the line, that Georgia, not Alabama won the SEC for the 2nd year in a row, defeating LSU and now Alabama. The talk will shift to Georgia coming to Tuscaloosa next year - revenge, everything will be different then, etc. But the part of 'dynasty' will be left off by most, except the most ardent Bama fan. But that starts with Georgia winning this game - we should all expect a good one from both teams - respect.

The kid should take his time and look around, with the first order of business, being an offense that 1) needs a QB, 2) has a system friendly to his strengths, 3). Has an offensive line that can block, and he does not spend the season running for his life. He's a talented QB and seems to be a great kid and a great leader.

I've never understood the hate thrown at Danielson. He isn't perfect, but I've always thought he was solid. I'll miss the game being on CBS. Giving everything to Mickey Mouse is concerning to me. Especially to a corporation that has no soul, and will sell about anything for a price.

Last year, USC led the country in turnover rate +21. This year they are not even in the Top 50. Number 50 is a plus 1. This is the only stat you have to look at. They had a great QB and the ball bounced their way "a lot" last year. I just laughed when I saw all of these pundits picking them to make the playoffs this year. Especially knowing what Washington and Oregon both had coming back and Utah's ownership of USC. No one should be surprised with where USC sits. Other offenses caught up with Riley 3 or 4 years ago. And he still cannot get the defensive side right. I think he is out after year 4 - latest.

You could argue that Bama doesn't have stars on offense because they are more balanced in how they score. Georgia's 2021 team did not have a 1,000-yard rusher or receiver, but they averaged over 41 points a game. Saban's alreayd touched on how this team coes into the locker room happy verses relieved. The 'expectation' burden is real and something that the Dawgs now run into. The SEC Championship should be a great game. But I hope Hayes is right and that Georgia wins this decidedly. I do know this - there are plenty of people around the country that would love to see Bama beat Georgia and neither of them get into the Top 4.

I think Napier is a good guy and really do believe he is building it the right way. The Gators could have just rolled over in Columbia. That is a tough/physical Missouri team. Instead, they went up there and fought tooth and nail and even after losing their starting QB were in a position to win the game. That tells you that the team is bought in. With that said Oklahoma and Texas coming into the league, getting away from divisions, where the Gators could end up toward the back end of the Top 10 next year - maybe even further back (the schedule is brutal) - I"'m not sure the fans will give him time. Good luck against FSU.

Not sure why; but I think it is the perfect place for Dabo to land; provided he embraces NIL and lets that oil money work for him there. Could see him embracing the culture, using his 'aw shucks' personality to work for him. And it will give him juice. Finally betting into the SEC (because Bama's not calling him) and feeding his ego. He's a very good coach. He is not a great coach and he has to have a GREAT - not good QB to get to the mountain top. That's fact - look at his history. Kiffin is the other obvious choice. I think he loves it at Ole Miss. -but that ego wants a Natty - and it's not going to happen in Oxford.