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WATCH: Georgia coach Kirby Smart addresses media heading into opener vs. Oregon

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UGA coach Kirby Smart discusses his team's upcoming game against Oregon.
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Aug 29, 2022

Quarterback Stetson Bennett’s growth, what to look for in the season opener vs. Oregon on Saturday and if an inexperienced defense is ready to be tested – Georgia coach Kirby Smart discussed those topics and more in his news conference Monday.

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