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Stockton, Williams Take Center Stage as Georgia Opens Preseason Camp

Elevating junior quarterback Gunner Stockton into the opener role underscores Kirby Smart’s emphasis on youth leadership in a retooled roster

Overview

  • More than half of Georgia’s roster are first- or second-year players with only seven returning starters entering camp.
  • Gunner Stockton seized the opening quarterback reps and is favored to start the Aug. 30 season opener after directing the first-team offense in spring.
  • Inside linebacker Justin Williams has been groomed by the coaching staff to become the defense’s next captain, signaling succession planning.
  • Backup lineman Jahzare Jackson remains on the team but faces internal discipline following his July 16 arrest for marijuana possession.
  • SEC Network analyst Jordan Rodgers and Kirby Smart have publicly highlighted Stockton’s dual-threat skills, work ethic and leadership at recent media events.