Overview
- At his Sugar Bowl press conference, Smart criticized social-media portal announcements and told players to “announce that you’re getting better” by practicing in December.
- Smart said Georgia is focused on preparing the current roster for postseason play rather than on roster management during transfer activity.
- The NCAA’s new policy consolidates the portal to a single 15‑day window starting Jan. 2, with a separate five‑day option for players whose postseason extends into mid‑January.
- Multiple Bulldogs have been reported in the portal, including receivers Anthony Evans III, Zachariah Branch, and Noah Thomas, cornerback Justyn Rhett, safeties Zion Branch and Jaden Harris, and quarterback Jaden Rashada.
- Georgia is preparing for a College Football Playoff quarterfinal in New Orleans, with Smart expressing optimism about WR Colbie Young and C Drew Bobo returning from injuries, while outlets differ on whether the opponent is Ole Miss or Notre Dame.