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FILE - Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell runs on the field during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in Iowa City, Iowa. Campbell was named AP All-Big Ten Defensive player of the year, Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022.(AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
2022 Associated Press All-America Team

Dec. 12, 2022 01:44 PM EST

FILE - Alabama linebacker Will Anderson Jr. (31) plays during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Anderson was selected to The Associated Press All-America team released Monday, Dec. 12, 2022. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File)
USC's Williams, Alabama's Anderson lead AP All-America team

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 12, 2022 12:02 PM EST

FILE - Tennessee coach Josh Heupel congratulates players after a touchdown during the second half of the team's NCAA college football game against Florida on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. Tennessee won 38-33. Heupel was named Coach of the year for the AP All-SEC team announced Monday, Dec. 5, 2022. (AP Photo/Wade Payne, File)
AP All-SEC: Hooker, Anderson, Heupel, win individual honors

By John Zenor Dec. 05, 2022 12:59 PM EST

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day questions a referee's call during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 1 Georgia faces No. 4 Ohio State in Peach Bowl semifinal

By The Associated Press Dec. 04, 2022 03:00 PM EST

Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) sets back to pass in the first half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game against LSU, Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
No. 1 Georgia romps into playoff with 50-30 SEC win vs LSU

By Paul Newberry Dec. 03, 2022 08:03 PM EST

FILE - Georgia linebacker Nolan Smith (4) rushes the passer in the first half of a NCAA college football game against Vanderbilt Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022 in Athens, Ga. No. 1 Georgia finally has the chance to provide proof it again has a championship caliber defense. No. 2 Tennessee brings the nation’s top-scoring offense to Athens on Saturday while Georgia ranks No. 2 in scoring defense but must overcome the loss of outside linebacker Nolan Smith, the team’s sacks leader who has been lost with a torn pectoral muscle. (AP Photo/Brett Davis, File)
No. 1 Georgia loses Smith as D braces for No. 2 Tennessee

By Charles Odum Nov. 01, 2022 03:04 PM EDT

FILE -Georgia defensive back Dan Jackson (47) celebrates a defensive stop against Kentucky during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021 in Athens, Ga. Georgia safety Dan Jackson is facing foot surgery that could end his season. Coach Kirby Smart said Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022 that Jackson, tied for sixth on the team in tackles, won't be available for No. 1 Georgia in Saturday's game against Florida in Jacksonville.(AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)
No. 1 Georgia won't have safety Dan Jackson against Florida

Oct. 25, 2022 08:42 PM EDT

FILE - Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker passes against Ball State during an NCAA football game on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. No. 17 Pittsburgh hosts No. 24 Tennessee on Saturday. Hooker was selected the top offensive player in the Associated Press SEC Midseason Awards, Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. (AP Photo/John Amis, File)
Tennessee QB Hooker leads AP midseason All-America team

By The Associated Press Oct. 18, 2022 01:02 PM EDT

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart tries to get an official's attention during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Georgia back atop rankings with lowly Vandy coming to town

By Paul Newberry Oct. 13, 2022 12:03 PM EDT

Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) runs for a first down during the first half of an NCAA college football game against South Carolina on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022 in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Artie Walker Jr.)
Dominant Dogs: Is this Georgia team even better than 2021?

By Paul Newberry Sep. 19, 2022 03:42 PM EDT

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart waves to the crowd as he leaves the field after defeating Oregon in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
No. 2 Georgia looks to continue strong start against Samford

By The Associated Press Sep. 08, 2022 12:27 PM EDT

Alabama coach Nick Saban watches during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Utah State, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
No. 12 Florida takes on No. 20 Kentucky in SEC East showdown

By Gary B. Graves Sep. 08, 2022 01:26 AM EDT

Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey (84) is defended by Oregon defensive lineman Treven Ma'ae (48) as he dives for the goal line after a catch in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Atlanta. McConkey didn't not score on the play. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Bennett, Georgia D lead No. 3 Dawgs to 49-3 rout of Oregon

By Paul Newberry Sep. 03, 2022 06:59 PM EDT

FILE - Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) attempts a pass under pressure from Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter (88) during Georgia's spring NCAA college football game, Saturday, April 16, 2022, in Athens, Ga. The 2021 season was filled with surprising contenders and conference champions. Another season with that much volatility in 2022 seems unlikely. (Jason Getz/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP, File)
No. 3 Georgia begins title defense against No. 11 Oregon

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2022 01:18 PM EDT

FILE - Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, center, is greeted by his wife Mary Beth Smart, right, after a win over Florida in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia is No. 3 in The Associated Press preseason college football poll, released Monday, Aug. 15, 2022. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Georgia D eager to show it hasn't lost a step facing Oregon

By Paul Newberry Sep. 01, 2022 01:10 PM EDT

FILE - Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett speaks during NCAA college football Southeastern Conference Media Days, Wednesday, July 20, 2022, in Atlanta. Georgia's football season is set to begin on Sept. 3, 2022, against Oregon. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
With Bennett back at QB, Dawgs hunt another national title

By Paul Newberry Aug. 16, 2022 10:15 AM EDT

FILE - Georgia defensive lineman Travon Walker runs during a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 5, 2022, in Indianapolis. The trio of Georgia defensive linemen projected as first-round selections in next month's NFL draft have highlighted the talent that enabled the Bulldogs to win the national championship. Now comes the challenge for coach Kirby Smart on Tuesday's opening day of spring practice: How does Georgia find replacements for Travon Walker, Jordan Davis and Devonte Wyatt? (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Georgia facing tough task of replacing NFL-bound D-linemen

By Charles Odum Mar. 15, 2022 03:03 PM EDT

Virginia Tech's Tre Turner (11) runs for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Georgia Tech, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Atlanta. Turner caught seven passes for a 187 yards and one score to lead Virginia Tech to a 26-17 win (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Georgia State at Georgia Southern 10/30/2021

Oct. 30, 2021 01:23 PM EDT

Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Arkansas Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021, in Athens, Ga.. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
No. 2 Georgia pits top defense against Nix, No. 18 Auburn

By John Zenor Oct. 07, 2021 04:02 PM EDT

Georgia linebacker Nakobe Dean celebrates after sacking Clemson quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Georgia defense bracing for 'way more physical' Razorbacks

By Charles Odum Sep. 28, 2021 12:18 PM EDT