Georgia vs Florida Rivalry

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart prepares for their first Atlanta matchup against Florida.

Florida's Record

Florida is 5-2 with blowout losses to Missouri and South Carolina and wins over Texas, Ole Miss, and the Auburn Tigers.

Smart on Florida's Physicality

Smart says Florida plays hard with physicality on both sides of the ball and respects their coordinators.

“They have a lot of physicality in the program, they play really hard. When you turn on the tape, you see the physicality they play with on both sides of the ball. A ton of respect for both coordinators.”

Jadan Baugh's Stats

Jadan Baugh has carried the ball 135 times for 763 yards and 13 touchdowns this season.

Buster Faulkner

Smart respects Buster Faulkner, who was on their staff and is one of the best offensive minds in the country.

“a lot of respect for buster faulkner who obviously was on our staff and just think he's one of the best offensive minds in the country.”

Florida's Scoring

Florida ranks 3rd in the league in scoring offense, averaging just under 40 points per game.

Bulldogs' Defense

Georgia ranks 2nd in the league against the run, averaging just over 90 yards a game on the ground.

Quarterback Debate

Florida's quarterback position is up for debate with Aaron Philo and Tramel Jones both capable starters.

Smart on QBs

Smart says both quarterbacks are talented and capable, especially in Buster's offense.

“both are very talented. one beat ole miss handly, and one beat texas on the road. i mean, they're both completely capable, good players, knowing about both of them for a long time, and in terms of their ability, they're both plenty capable, especially in in buster's offense.”

Next Game

Georgia and Florida will play their first Atlanta rivalry game with major implications on the line.