AP Top 25 Poll

#4 Georgia Bulldogs

2024

Overall Record

13-1

Last Game

vs Florida State W 63-3

Conference Record

8-1

Next Game

@Florida State 12/30/2023

FILE -Georgia head coach Kirby Smart watches his players warm up before an NCAA college football game against Tennessee, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne, File)

Georgia begins spring practice looking to get back on top after falling just short in 2023

Carson Beck returns for another season at Georgia looking to take care of some unfinished business. He’s doing it in style, too.

FILE - Georgia running backs coach Dell McGee speaks with the media Jan. 6, 2018, in Atlanta. McGee, who spent eight years as an assistant at Georgia, was named Georgia State coach Friday night, Feb. 23, 2024. McGee, a Georgia native, replaces Shawn Elliott, who made a surprise decision on Feb. 15 to leave Georgia State and accept a position as assistant coach at South Carolina. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP)

Georgia State names former longtime Georgia assistant Dell McGee as coach

FILE - Georgia mascot Uga X walks on the field during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Georgia Tech Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022 in Athens, Ga. Former Georgia mascot Uga X, whose eight-year run included back-to-back national championships, died Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

Former Georgia bulldog mascot Uga X dies with 2 national championships during his term

FILE -Georgia tight end Brock Bowers (19) runs the ball after a catch against Vanderbilt in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. Junior tight end Brock Bowers, who led No. 6 Georgia in receiving despite missing four games, confirmed his plans to enter the NFL draft on Tuesday night, Jan. 2, 2024. (AP Photo/George Walker IV, File)

Georgia 2-time Mackey Award winner Brock Bowers announces plans to enter NFL draft

Florida State quarterback Brock Glenn (11) is pressured by Georgia defensive back Daniel Harris (15) and linebacker Jalon Walker (11) during the first half of Orange Bowl NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Fourth-ranked Florida State will focus on this season’s accomplishments, not Orange Bowl loss

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Georgia’s Kirby Smart adds James Coley, Josh Crawford to offensive staff

Georgia coach Kirby Smart has hired James Coley as wide receivers coach and Josh Crawford as running backs coach and run game coordinator.

Georgia announces two departures from Kirby Smart’s staff, new special teams coordinator

The Georgia Bulldogs have a new special teams coordinator after staff changes announced by head coach Kirby Smart.

Former Alabama assistant Travaris Robinson named Georgia’s co-defensive coordinator

Former Alabama cornerbacks coach Travaris Robinson has been named Georgia’s co-defensive coordinator and safeties coach.

Georgia running back Kendall Milton (2) sprints past Florida State defense to run for a touchdown in the first half of the Orange Bowl NCAA college football game against Florida State, Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

No. 6 Georgia routs No. 4 Florida State 63-3 in Orange Bowl matchup of teams missing out on CFP

Carson Beck passed for 203 yards and two touchdowns, backup QB Gunnar Stockton passed for two more scores and No. 6 Georgia routed previously undefeated and fourth-ranked Florida State 63-3 in the Orange Bowl in a matchup of teams missing out on the College Football Playoff.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, center, and Orange Bowl MVP Georgia running back Kendall Milton, left, celebrate after defeating Florida State in the Orange Bowl NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

No. 6 Georgia wins matchup of teams missing CFP, routs No. 4 Florida State 63-3 in Orange Bowl

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Carson Beck passed for 203 yards and two touchdowns, backup QB Gunnar Stockton passed for two more scores and No. 6 Georgia routed previously undefeated and fourth-ranked Florida State 63-3 in the Orange Bowl on Saturday night in a matchup of teams missing out on the Colle

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, left, and Florida State head coach Mike Norvell answer questions during a press conference one day ahead of the Orange Bowl NCAA college football game, in Dania Beach, Friday, Dec. 29, 2023. Georgia and Florida State will play in the Orange Bowl Saturday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Georgia and Florida State to face off for the first time in nearly 21 years at Orange Bowl

It’s Georgia against shorthanded Florida State in the Orange Bowl on Saturday afternoon. The game is played at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, left, and Florida State head coach Mike Norvell pose for photographers during a press conference a day ahead of the Orange Bowl NCAA college football game, in Dania Beach, Friday, Dec. 29, 2023. Georgia and Florida State will play in the Orange Bowl Saturday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

After missing CFP, Georgia and Florida State reset for a trip to the Orange Bowl

Florida State and Georgia players have said all the right things this week. They’re happy to be in South Florida. They’re aware of the Orange Bowl’s history.

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) does drills as the team prepares for the Orange Bowl NCAA college football game, Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023, in Miami. Georgia is scheduled to play Florida State in the Orange Bowl Saturday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Georgia’s Carson Beck details what went into his decision to return to Bulldogs in 2024

There is a silver lining of sorts for Georgia, even after seeing its school-record run of 29 consecutive victories end and not being selected for the College Football Playoff to take a shot at what could have been a third consecutive national championship.

Florida State quarterback Tate Rodemaker runs to the field before the team's Atlantic Coast Conference Championship NCAA college football game against Louisville, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Erik Verduzco)

Florida State will turn to No. 3 quarterback as Tate Rodemaker opts out for Orange Bowl vs. Georgia

Florida State quarterback Tate Rodemaker will not play in the Orange Bowl, a school spokesperson confirmed on Monday.

Abdur-Rahim’s big first half leads to Georgia’s 78-60 win over North Florida

Jabri Abdur-Rahim hit all five of his 3-point attempts and scored all 18 of his points in the first half when Georgia took a 16-point lead and went on to a 78-60 victory over North Florida on Friday for the Bulldogs’ seventh straight win.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, and Alabama head coach Nick Saban meet after the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Georgia getting ready for a bowl, but it sure feels different than the last 2 years

The Georgia Bulldogs are getting ready for a bowl game, which is standard routine at this time of year. Yet it feels so different.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, left, and Alabama head coach Nick Saban, right, walk after the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

SEC Signing Day: Georgia grabs top class after five-star flip, followed by Alabama

Southeastern Conference powers Georgia and Alabama have landed the nation’s top two recruiting classes.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart talks to players during the first half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game against Alabama in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Signing day: Georgia has top class after 5-star flip; Ohio State sigh of relief on No. 1 player

The early signing period in college football opened with just a little five-star drama. Georgia likely locked up a recruiting crown by flipping an in-state blue-chipper away from Florida State.

Florida State linebacker Kalen DeLoach (4) celebrates with defensive lineman Patrick Payton (11) after he intercepted a Florida pass late in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Florida State players and coaches are still hurting as they refocus on trying to stay unbeaten

The heartache won’t go away for Florida State. The Seminoles returned to practice this week still reeling from the selection committee’s decision to leave the undefeated Atlantic Coast Conference champions out of the College Football Playoff.

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) is tackled by Georgia Tech linebacker Kyle Efford (44) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck announces he’s returning for 2024 season

Georgia junior quarterback Carson Beck says he will return for the 2024 season instead of entering the NFL draft. Georgia announced Beck’s decision on social media.

Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord throws during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Former Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord commits to transfer to Syracuse and new coach Fran Brown

Quarterback Kyle McCord, who started every game this season for Ohio State, has announced he is transferring to Syracuse.

FILE - This is a photo of of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Friday, June 16, 2023. Ex-NFL assistant Chris Rumph was hired as Clemson's defensive ends coach and quickly started as the Tigers prepare to play Kentucky in the Gator Bowl .(AP Photo/File)

New Clemson assistants Luke and Rumph hit the ground running for bowl-bound Tigers

Matt Luke and Chris Rumph have hit the ground running since being hired as Clemson’s newest assistant coaches this month.

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) holds up the most valuable player trophy after the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game against Georgia in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Alabama’s Milroe, Georgia’s Beck and Oregon’s Gabriel will head into 2024 with Heisman Trophy hype

The Heisman Trophy race is looking wide open for 2024. Three of the four finalist this year, including winner Jayden Daniels of LSU, are out of eligibility.

Southern California wide receiver Brenden Rice, right, runs in the end zone for a touchdown as UCLA defensive back Alex Johnson watches during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

USC WR Brenden Rice declares for NFL draft; Georgia WR-PR Mekhi Mews enters transfer portal

Southern California receiver Brenden Rice will forgo his final season of eligibility and enter the NFL draft.

Fran Brown introduced as Syracuse football coach

Fran Brown has been formally introduced as the 31st coach of the Syracuse football team. Former Orange basketball coach Jim Boeheim, and Syracuse staff, faculty, coaches, alumni and former players packed the team’s football auditorium to meet the coach succeeding Dino Babers, who was fired with one

Alabama linebacker Dallas Turner (15) celebrates after taking down Georgia offense during the second half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

AP names LSU’s Daniels unanimous SEC offensive player of year; Watson named top defensive player

LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels is the unanimous pick as the Associated Press’s Southeastern Conference offensive player of the year.

Florida State celebrates after defeating Louisville in the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Erik Verduzco)

The Orange Bowl is for the snubbed. Florida State and Georgia will square off Dec. 30 ahead of CFP

Florida State won every game this season. Georgia won 29 in a row including back-to-back national championships, then lost by a field goal.

Florida State defensive lineman Jared Verse reacts after a play during the second half of the team's Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game against Louisville, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Erik Verduzco)

Unbeaten ACC champion Florida State to face SEC’s Georgia in Orange Bowl

No. 4 Florida State will face No. 6 Georgia in the Orange Bowl on Dec. 30. The Seminoles had to settle for this after missing a trip to the College Football Playoff following an unbeaten season and Atlantic Coast Conference title.

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates after the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, in Indianapolis. Michigan won 26-0. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

AP Top 25: Michigan is No. 1 for first time in 26 seasons, Georgia’s streak on top ends at 24 weeks

Michigan is No. 1 in The Associated Press college football poll for the first time since its won its last the national championship in 1997, and Georgia slipped to No. 6 after its 29-game winning streak was snapped by Alabama.

Alabama celebrates after the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game against Georgia in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

No. 8 Alabama ends 29-game win streak for No. 1 Georgia, winning SEC title game 27-24

ATLANTA (AP) — Alabama is again the top dog in the Southeastern Conference — and perhaps headed to the College Football Playoff — after ending Georgia’s 29-game winning streak with a 27-24 victory over the No. 1 Bulldogs in the SEC championship game Saturday.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, and Alabama head coach Nick Saban meet after the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Kirby Smart says ‘no question’ Georgia belongs in College Football Playoff after loss to Alabama

Georgia coach Kirby Smart challenged the College Football Playoff selection committee to believe what that see when judging his No. 1 Bulldogs following the end of their 29-game winning streak.

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) holds up the most valuable player trophy after the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game against Georgia in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

No. 8 Alabama knocks off No. 1 Georgia 27-24 for SEC title. Both teams await postseason fate

Alabama is again top dog in the Southeastern Conference — and perhaps headed to the College Football Playoff.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart walk onto the field before the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

No. 1 Georgia bolstered by return of Bowers, Ratledge, McConkey from injuries

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers and right guard Tate Ratledge have returned from injuries to start for the No. 1 Bulldogs against No. 8 Alabama in the Southeastern Conference championship game.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart watches his players warm up before an NCAA college football game against Tennessee, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Column: Georgia already in rarified territory, with a shot to be the best ever

The Georgia Bulldogs are already in rarified territory. With three more victories, they’ll have every right to call themselves the greatest team in college football history.

Alabama head coach Nick Saban reacts to a call during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Could the mighty SEC possibly miss the College Football Playoff for the first time?

The Southeastern Conference is the only league to claim a spot — sometimes two spots — in every College Football Playoff. And the SEC hasn’t just participated.