The 2025 Georgia Bulldogs football team, under the leadership of tenth-year head coach Kirby Smart, enters the season with high expectations following an 11–3 record and an SEC Championship in 2024.
Despite a loss to Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals, the Bulldogs aim to contend for another national title in the expanded 12-team playoff format.
Coaching Staff
Head Coach: Kirby Smart (10th year)
Offensive Coordinator: Mike Bobo (11th year)
Defensive Coordinator: Glenn Schumann (7th year)
Co-Defensive Coordinator: Travaris Robinson (2nd year)
Special Teams Coordinator: Kirk Benedict
Smart’s tenure has been marked by consistent success, including multiple SEC titles and a national championship. The continuity in the coaching staff provides stability, with Bobo and Schumann continuing to develop their respective units.
Offense
Quarterback
With the departure of Carson Beck, who transferred to Miami, the quarterback position is expected to be filled by RS junior Gunnar Stockton or true freshman Ryan Puglisi. Stockton saw action in five games in 2024.
Running Backs
The backfield features a committee approach with RS-senior Cash Jones, along with sophomore Nate Frazier. RS-junior Branson Robinson along with RS-junior Gannon Hearst could also see action.
Wide Receivers & Tight Ends
The receiving corps is bolstered by transfers Zachariah Branch (USC) and Noah Thomas (Texas A&M), providing speed and size. Returning contributors include Colbie Young and CJ Wiley. At tight end, sophomore Elyiss Williams is expected to take on a larger role following the departure of Brock Bowers.
Offensive Line
The offensive line underwent significant changes, with the loss of key players to the NFL. New starters include redshirt sophomore Monroe Freeling and redshirt sophomore Jamal Meriweather. The line’s development will be crucial to the offense’s success.
Defense
Georgia’s defense remains a strength, despite the loss of several starters to the NFL.
Defensive Line
The defensive front is led by junior Christen Miller and sophomore Jordan Hall. Freshman Elijah Griffin, a five-star recruit, is expected to make an immediate impact.
Linebackers
Sophomore Justin Williams steps into a starting role, bringing athleticism and tackling ability. He is joined by junior Jalon Walker, providing experience and leadership.
Secondary
The secondary features returning KJ Bolden and transfer Zion Branch (USC) who adds depth at safety, while sophomore Daylen Everette is expected to start at cornerback.
Special Teams
Kicker Peyton Woodring returns after a solid freshman season. Punter Brett Thorson provides consistency in the kicking game. USC transfer Zachariah Branch is expected to contribute as a return specialist, adding explosiveness to the special teams unit.
2025 Georgia Schedule
Georgia’s 2025 schedule includes several high-profile matchups:
• Aug 30: Marshall
• Sep 6: Austin Peay
• Sep 13: at Tennessee
• Sep 20: vs. bye
• Sep 27 Alabama
• Oct 4: Kentucky
• Oct 11: at Auburn
• Oct 18: Ole Miss
• Oct 25: bye
• Nov 1: vs. Florida (Jacksonville)
• Nov 8: at Mississippi State
• Nov 15: Texas
• Nov 22: Charlotte
• Nov 28: at Georgia Tech
The Bulldogs face a challenging SEC slate, including road games against Texas and Auburn, and a home game against Alabama.
Outlook
The 2025 Georgia Bulldogs aim to build upon their recent success and contend for another national championship. With a strong defense, a dynamic offense led by Gunner Stockton, and a challenging schedule, the Bulldogs’ performance will depend on the development of new starters and the integration of key transfers.
Predicting Georgia’s 2025 Season
Aug. 30 Marshall 21, Georgia 39
Sep. 6 Austin Peay 14, Georgia 35
Sept. 13 Georgia 26, Tennessee 35
Sept. 27 Alabama 41, Georgia 42
Oct. 4 Kentucky 18, Georgia 31
Nov. 15 Texas 35, Georgia 21
Oct. 18 Ole Miss 18, Georgia 26
Nov. 1 Georgia 27, Florida 29
Nov. 8 Georgia 35, Miss. State 18
Nov. 22 Charlotte, 13 Georgia 31
Nov. 15 Texas 33, Georgia 30
Nov. 28 Georgia 35, Georgia Tech 32
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Quoting Kirby Smart
It just absolutely blows my mind how the SEC can end up with the teams they end up with in those positions. Okay, now some of those you can say are play in because maybe they went to a regional and you look at the women’s, uh softball World Series, you look at men’s baseball, you look at men’s basketball 13 of 16, 14 of 16, in their larger pools but when you look at what they’re able to do and there’s no outcry and there’s nobody beating the drum saying that it’s completely unfair. Um they do a lot of things based on RPI, do a lot of things uh based on strength of schedule and the reward teams for that. I, you know, I have a hard time seeing Bville South Alabama South Carolina not being in the best teams last year and that’s you know that’s that for me is a big part of the SEC and people want to say well you need to play nine games, you need to play.
Kirby Smart at SEC Meetings on May 27, 2025 discusses the future of the College Football Playoff.
