Kirby Smart gives the latest injury update after Georgia’s win over Florida
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Georgia’s defense made key stops late in the 24-20 win over Florida. It did so without some notable pieces on the defensive side of the ball.
“That puts us a little bit down at several positions,” Georgia coach Kirby Smart said. “We have to have guys step up and get ready to play. It’s all over our league right now. Florida was that way coming into the game with a lot of defensive guys they got back for this game.”
Defensive lineman Jordan Hall left the game on the opening Georgia defensive possession and was quickly ruled out for the game. Smart said the junior is dealing with a knee injury.
Hall has dealt with leg injuries in the past, including exiting the Kentucky game earlier this year.
With Hall out, Georgia slid Joshua Horton into his spot on the defensive line. Freshman Elijah Griffin also saw an uptick in snaps.
Georgia defensive back Demello Jones left the game in the fourth quarter. He was replaced by Ellis Robinson, though the two rotated throughout the game.
Smart said Jones was dealing with an elbow injury but was unsure of its severity.
Robinson would go on to break up a fourth-down pass from Florida quarterback DJ Lagway on what proved to be the Gators’ final offensive play of the game.
Smart also added that sophomore inside linebacker Chris Cole is dealing with a knee injury.
Injured Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young made the trip with the team, though he is using a scooter.
Defensive back Kyron Jones (foot) was once again out, as expected. Wide receiver Talyn Taylor, who was injured in practice early in October and needed surgery, also remains out.
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