Georgia Enters 2026 With Massive Expectations in Athens

Every year, the expectations are enormous in Athens. But heading into the 2026 season, the Georgia Bulldogs have another opportunity to prove they are still one of the premier programs in college football.

Kirby Smart has built Georgia into one of the most consistent teams in the country. The Bulldogs have won at least 11 games in each of the past eight complete seasons and have become a regular fixture in the SEC Championship race. Georgia enters 2026 ranked No. 4 nationally in one preseason Top 25, making the expectations clear once again.