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What Georgia football needs to improve after the Auburn loss

Top-ranked Georgia suffered its initial defeat of the 2026 campaign after falling 27-24 to Auburn at home. Despite building an early 14-0 advantage, the Bulldogs stumbled following three turnovers by quarterback Gunner Stockton and multiple undisciplined penalties.

Head coach Kirby Smart acknowledged after the contest that his squad ultimately beat themselves through costly errors and better execution from the opposing team. The upset result leaves the program facing questions regarding its roster and how far it will tumble in the national polls.

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