Episode 2632: National writer questions if Kirby Smart has 'fallen behind the times'
Episode 2632: National writer questions if Kirby Smart has 'fallen behind the times'  
Podcast: DawgNation Daily
Published On: Wed Jan 28 2026
Description: DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans Beginning of the show: I discuss a recent column from USA Today about how Kirby Smart stands as an outlier from much of the rest of college football when it comes to talent acquisition, and I address the questions that are being asked about whether Smart's way can still work in 2026. 15-minute mark: I celebrate Georgia offensive lineman Ekene Ogboko officially finishing his cycle as a five-star recruit and explain why he could be an important player for the Bulldogs this fall. 30-minute mark: DawgNation's Mike Griffith joins the show. 45-minute mark: I take a look at other SEC headlines including some national criticism for Greg Sankey in light of the recent turmoil in the league. 50-minute mark: Former UGA linebacker Davin Bellamy joins the show. End of show: I award a Golden Shoe winner and share the Gator Hater Updater.