Kirby Smart indifferent about being No. 1 in the CFP rankings, talks WRs Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint and CJ Smith
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Georgia came up big in its showdown with Tennessee last Saturday, winning 27-13 in Athens.
With the victory, the 9-0 Bulldogs jumped to No. 1 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings, which were released Tuesday night.
A dangerous road test looms, however, as they head to Starkville to face Mississippi State on Saturday night.
In terms of being ranked No. 1 in the CFP rankings, Georgia coach Kirby Smart exhibited complete disinterest Wednesday during the SEC coaches teleconference.
“No reaction,” Smart said. “I didn’t even see it, to be honest with you. We work pretty late on Tuesdays.”
One of the highlights of the Bulldogs’ win over the Volunteers was a 5-yard touchdown reception by Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint, who has worked his way back nicely from a serious ankle injury earlier in his career.
“He’s done a great job,” said Smart of the junior WR. “He’s one of the most competitive guys who works really hard and does a great job for us. I know that was rewarding for him. That was a hell of a throw and a catch.”
Also on Wednesday, Smart offered an update on another of his wide receivers, C.J. Smith.
“C.J. Smith’s got an ankle sprain … should be fine,” Smart said. “He’s running and conditioning with us.”
The battle of the Bulldogs is set for 7 p.m (ET) on Saturday. The game will be televised by ESPN and Georgia is a 16-point favorite.
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