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5 burning questions for Kirby Smart and Georgia football entering fall camp
Georgia coach Kirby Smart says he enjoys putting his team together like a puzzle each year. This year's squad has no shortage of questions ahead of its season opener.
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‘You want to retain your own’: Falcons’ mission was to invest in young core
The Atlanta Falcons have signed offensive stars Bijan Robinson, Drake London, Kyle Pitts and Matthew Bergeron to extensions. All are under contract through at least 2028.
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Preseason Coaches Poll Top 25: Georgia football begins the season ranked No. 3
Nine SEC football teams, including the Georgia Bulldogs at No. 3, are in the preseason Coaches Poll Top 25. Texas, Texas A&M, Oklahoma and Ole Miss are also in the Top 10.
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Trade deadline intel: Braves sought Webb, deGrom in unsuccessful ace pursuits
Alex Anthopoulos and the Braves fell short on getting an ace starting pitcher at the trade deadline, mirroring their failed offseason pursuit to get help for Chris Sale.
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Falcons Bijan Robinson’ contract extension makes him NFL’s highest-paid RB
The Falcons agreed to a three-year deal worth up to $75 million with Bijan Robinson, making him the highest-paid running back of all time.
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Kennesaw State excited about talent infusion for Jerry Mack’s second season
Kennesaw State football, led by coach Jerry Mack, has been more selective in bringing in players after the Owls won the Conference USA title in his first season with the team.
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6A vs. 7A: Which GHSA class is tougher? Coaches on both sides weigh in
Georgia high school football coaches weigh in on which GHSA classification is tougher, 6A or 7A.
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Braves strike out on adding playoff-caliber starter, unlike NL rivals
The Dodgers, Cubs and Padres all traded for impact pitchers. The Braves, however, did not, and that could cost them in the postseason.
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In an era of change, Brent Key’s flexibility gives Georgia Tech an advantage
The multitude of changes coach Brent Key has made for Georgia Tech football includes hiring two new coordinators and adjusting the way the team runs its practices.
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AJC Varsity preseason all-state 5A: Cartersville has most selections
The AJC Varsity unveils its 2026 5A preseason all-state team and Cartersville leads the way with five selections.






































