Kirby Smart on winning the 2022 CFP National Championship 🏆| CFB on ESPN
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- Rece Davis is joined by Kirby Smart after the Georgia Bulldogs were able to beat the Alabama Crimson Tide 33-18 in the National Championship. The two discuss Stetson Bennett's performance, next steps for Georgia Football and the future of college football.
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He earned this chip. Man he earned it.
Yep I want Kirby Around for a while
As a life long GA fan who grew up in Athens, I couldn't agree with this anymore. He EARNED it. Couldn't be anymore deserving.
You think they can do it again next year?
@@terucks yes
Kirby Smart is a class act.
Learned it from Saban. All of these guys under Saban are class act. I shouldn’t say under I should say people that branched off from him
@@haydenwatsongk5117 Not Lane Kiffin. I wouldn't consider him class act.
@@chewbaka1496 lane is his own breed😂
@@chewbaka1496 lol we love lane tho
First time really watching an in depth Kirby Smart interview. He is straightforward and honest, now I see why he’s an elite recruiter
I think all-time you could only say Saban is better. I think Kirby will get better at recruiting. It seemed like the guys that were elite recruiters in the 80's and 90's did it in some shady ways but Kirby and Saban seem really clean. Now they have NIL that allows guys to get paid and the lax transfer portal. Kirby does it by selling the experience.
@@wlouisharris no one said he was better than saban. comment was strictly about kirby
He was at bama
@@wlouisharrisdawg…
@@Ynknonah fr? Through he was at vandy
As a die hard Saban fan, to me, if he’s gonna lose to someone, I’m beyond happy that it was Kirby Smart. The man earned it and deserved it
No. Go Dawgs!
Did I read this correctly, that Kirby Smart was basically under Nick Saban for like 4 National Championships with Alabama? Whenever Kirby talks about Nick Saben it is with the utmost respect. You don't hear that from other coaches in the NCAA. I have a feeling that Nick Saben is Kirby Smart's mentor.
@@barryumiami nailed it! as close as a mentor youll get in this industry
Who the F did GA beat that was close to good.
* 4 1st coaches (AU-7L, SC-6, TN-6, VDY-10)
* 1 coach that got fired (FL-7)
* Clem by 7, who beat eventual 9 loss GT by 6, 2 wks later. Check out Clem's schedule.
* UAB who lost to Liberty by 24
* MO w 7 losses
* Charleston w 6 losses
* GT w 9 losses
That leaves, ARK, KY, MI, AL.
Harbaugh always blows. 1-5 in bowl wins in 7 yrs. 6 years since he won 1.
AL. 13 pts from being 8-4, 21 from being 7-5. And they played most of the same sorry competition.
How did Herbie not win the SEC?
@@mas5867 don't need to win the sec... the Natty! Ki$$ ring
IM A DIE HARD BAMA FAN. BUT ALSO FOOTBALL IN GENERAL. I HAVE THE UTMOST RESPECT FOR COACH SABAN AND HIS CHARACTER. I ALSO HAVE THAT SAME RESPECT FOR KIRBY. THE BEST TEAM WON AND WHILE I HATE IT FOR BAMA I ALSO TIP MY HAT TO KIRBY. HE HAS WORKED HARD TO GET TO THE MOUNTAIN TOP AND HE DESERVES TO BE THERE . SO IM AM PROUD FOR HIM AND GEORGIA FANS ENJOY THIS MOMENT IT IS WELL DESERVED ROLL DAWGS. THIS YEAR
Thanks James. You are a class act.
You could tell that Saban was genuinely happy and proud for Kirby and the GA team after the game last night when he and Kirby met mid field. They actually conversed for a couple of minutes instead of just hey good game.
Much respect! SEC BABY!!
not many bama fans with a mindset like yours. great game, meant more that uga finally beat bama since '07. going to be a great rivalry moving forward.
I’m so torn. “Roll Dawgs” sounds horrible, but I can tell you’re coming from a place of respect so I will allow it. “Go Tide”
Kirby and sabans conversation right after the game says everything about why they are where they are
100% AGREE
Kirby was one of Nicks best assistant coaches I was hurt when he left bama
@@tvanstory81 Yes and Saban knew that Kirby had what it takes, Saban wants to see people succeed in life. We all should have that mentality
Yep saban even smiled at Kirby to bad coaches aren't miked up during them conversations. looked like saban handed that win to Kirby and help Georgia get out of that 40 years of a cob webbed trophy case. Like I said too bad coaches aren't Miked up so we can hear what they're saying. You know most coaches when the game is over its just a quick shake or a pat on the shoulder then gone but they had a good lengthy conversation lol you know Stetson in his head saying we gonna win NATTYS as long as I'm here at Georgia because I just proved doubters wrong that I'm the best quarterback and we're going to get that NATTY back to back 😁 yes indeed go DAWGS
@@johngray2526 Uh.. Stetson is a senior. 8/11 starters on defense were seniors and two of the juniors are 1st round draft picks. You have 1 returning starter which will probably be Cine. UGA is down for at least a couple of years. Probably longer knowing the Georgia curse. Alabama may go undefeated next year depending on how A&M and OSU’s defense pans out.
What a coach! Congrats from Athens.....Greece!
Show off!
When Kirby was at Alabama, our defense was incredible! The dude is a defensive genius! Congratulations Kirby!
First my braves and the bulldogs 👑👑👑 they the Champions 🏆 for giving Atlanta a chance to show that the curse is broken this was the best year for them to bounce back
Yessir. Chomp on Braves and Sic Em Go Dawgs!! ❤️🖤
Don’t forget Atlanta United were the real ones that broke the curse. We’re just all patiently waiting on the falcons now 😭
@@tiggie_96 we in for a long wait lol
@@Jayu4x the hawks too. but they came close last year
All we need now are wins from the Falcons and Hawks!! 😭🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thank you, thank you, thank you Kirby. I am 58, and turned 17 during the 1980 season. I am so proud of y'all.
It was one of the best days of my life winning on Monday. Go Dawgs forever
I graduated in 1980 and remember Alabama going back to back in 78-79 then UGA won it all in '80 . Kinda similar to what Ga was up against during this time .
7th generation Georgian who came to Texas when I was 3. My family has always represented our team here in our new home.
Congrats. I remember when Texas won I cried like a baby and felt on top of the world
@@stansdad1
I cried Monday night, and I'm 58.
Kirby is a true class act...no one ever has a negative thing to say about him.. everyone criticized him all season for believing and starting Stetson but all that aside to go undefeated on an SEC schedule with all the injuries we had to overcome though out the season is a testament to Coach Smart and Coach Monken...Congratulations to Kirby and DAWGNATION...I WILL NEVER FORGET THIS TEAM, BEING BORN ON THE 5TH OF JANUARY 1980..I'VE WAITED MY LIFE FOR THIS AND JUST SOAKING IT ALL IN...GO DAWGS FOREVER!!!!
It was still a mistake to keep Stetson as starter.
@@pnut3844able bro stfu. They just won a natty, just worry about if Miami can get 6 wins next year
@@Ace2Trill we'll have another ring in 3 years, I'm not worried.
@@pnut3844able Joke. Nothing since when?
@@ajh2904 speak English
What a gorgeous trophy! Congrats Coach Smart!
I remember when he was announced as head coach and the Bulldog Nation was over the moon. Two years later we were in the CFP final. Look what he’s built in 6 years as a first time head coach. The sky is the limit for him at UGA. I’m so excited to get to be along for the ride.
He's a special guy I knew he would win it when he got the job. No doubt.
Kirby makes college football better win or lose. I don't know what the future of college football will be but as long as there people like Saban and Smart , college football and fans will have alot to be thankful for.
The guy is as crooked as a dog's hind leg
@@jg2187 ?
NIL is gonna destroy it
How ?
@@jg2187 how? Stop the hate!!
Love my Dawgs and Kirby Smart. Class act by a once in a lifetime coach.
Rece Davis does a FANTASTIC job asking meaningful, heartfelt questions.
🐶❤️🖤
Congratulations, Coach Smart. This team played great the whole year and showed great discipline and composure. Really happy for the Georgia Bulldogs and fans, and especially happy that the Bulldogs were able to get the win against Alabama.
ROLL TIDE! Congrats to Kirby and the Dawgs. I’m born and raised in Alabama, die Hard bama fan and a Braves fan. Gotta admit Georgia had a great year, Braves and the bulldogs. Biggest victory for GA since Johnny won that fiddle contest.
Much Respect for Coach Smart!
I've soured on ESPN in recent years but guys like Rece Davis and Chris Fowler are still really good at what they do and I love watching and listening to them not just commentate games and do analysis, but do interviews like this. They put you at ease, ask a question, then just sit back and let the interviewee talk. No agenda, no spin, just pure reality. By the way, I think Kirk Herbstreit is pretty good as well. Unlike some guys in their business, neither Kirk or Rece seem to show favorites when they do games. Rece is an Alabama alum and Kirk played QB at Ohio State but you wouldn't know it just by listening to them do their job.
The last two that you can appreciate
Bama fan. What a great man. Congrats on UGA getting one of more to come. Coach Smart was so great at Bama and helped our run
Congratulations Coach Smart
I seldom give ESPN videos a thumbs up but this interview one gets a BIG one!
My biggest take from this:
Kirby Smart is a gracious man that recognizes the love between his wife and himself and her efforts to support him, and acknowledges it publicly.
Good for him, good for her, good examples for anyone around them.
Congratulations Kirby and UGA. What an awesome season for y’all. I’m glad that they got the win.
As a Bama fan, I love me some Kirby Smart. I hope that everyone has a blessed day, and ROLL TIDE!!!
Did I read this correctly, that Kirby Smart was basically under Nick Saban for like 4 National Championships with Alabama? Whenever Kirby talks about Nick Saben it is with the utmost respect. You don't hear that from other coaches in the NCAA. I have a feeling that Nick Saben is Kirby Smart's mentor.
I am glad the national championship was against Alabama. If we had won the NC without beating Alabama, I think it would have been an incomplete victory.
Congratulations on beating our second string
*Your
@@randywhitfield9683 everyone will look back and see GA beat Alabama, not the excuses Alabama fans gave.
@@randywhitfield9683 whatever you have to tell yourself to sleep at night. Lmao
@@randywhitfield9683 Man shut up. Y’all wasn’t beating the best team twice.
Man, I love UGA Football. So much respect to Coach Smart for the way he talks about Coach Saban and his attitude.
Alabama have a great season in college football with Bryce Young as Heisman Trophy winner outstanding season for him and congrats to Georgia as CFP National Champions and Stetson Bennett just wow a underdog college football story, from a former walk-on QB to a national champion
Kirby was steadfast on starting Stetson. I was one that doubted that many times this year. With that I am indebted to both for bringing the Title home to Georgia. But it really was an entire team and organization effort that Kirby himself built.
Admirable! Unbelievable! God given talent not always prevails! Don't get me wrong Stetson is talented as well! His great character will carry him a long way in the NFL!
Odds were against Bryce.
Saban's 10 NC games.
White QBs: 6-0
Black QBs: 1-3
Diversity Rocks!
Congrats Kirby! You deserve this. Great game plan in 2nd half 👍 No more 1980 jokes now 😂
Thank God. I get to hear 2022 now. Sounds better
That’s all they had left. Lol. Other than bama we own everyone else we play.. GO DAWGS!
Im so happy for Coach Smart. I always loved seeing him in action on the Alabama sideline. I hated to see him go, but I understood. He took my respect to Georgia and now I can say Roll Tide and Go Dawgs and actually mean it. It was a win-win situation last night. Ofc I wanted the Tide to raise the trophy, but if anybody had to do it I'm glad it was this coach and this team. Grats Bulldogs! Well earned and deserved!
As a lifelong Bama fan I have the utmost respect for UGA football. Nick was very grateful after the game. Kirby knew that Nick validated him by letting him know he earned it. No excuses.
UGA is the program that is a twin to Alabama. I wouldn't say Alabama East. It's Georgia. Georgia is the ONE program that can play Alabama every year for the title.
Last night Greatness played Greatness. I have never seen a College Game with that much Intensity. I hate when ignorant people say anything about UGA. They are the ONLY OTHER SEC POWER during the Saban Dynasty at Bama. UGA would have a minimum of 3 titles in the last 10 years without Alabama.
Saban is the GOAT. Kirby is the best Defensive Mind maybe ever in College Football. His hands are on the 3 greatest college Defenses.
Last night was the Best Defense vs the Hottest Defense. That was a battle. Congrats to ALL Georgia fans on a TITLE you deserve and I look forward to 2 more games next year. RTR.
Saban vs Smart is now the modern day Woody vs Bo.
Ive always looked at Kirby as the Protege' to Saban. Saban is by faaaaar the best head coach of all time. No question. Kirby made a great point about the parity factor in modern football. Much respect. Go dawgs
Congratulations Kirby, great team, great coaches and great fans, it was nice to see you and coach Dooley together after the game
Kirby the f’n man much respect and gratitude
I’m ok with a friendly but fierce rivalry with Georgia. I feel like Clemson wanted to disrespect or take Bamas place. Georgia just wants to be Georgia. Let’s do this again next year. College Football needs Bama Georgia rivalry. Roll Tide!!
No, they don't. Not like this year. Read about the Bama/LSU rematch and why it helped kill the BCS. And here we are back to the same horsesh*t.
@@mas5867 then beat them lol. The two best teams played for the national championship. Cincinnati and Michigan got dominated.
@@randomdude1153 you stupi.d POS, you'd have to give every team two chances before you could make that statement.
It was just Georgia's time 🏆
Yep. Plain and simple!
bec, short of Ark and KY, the rest of the conf SUCKED.
And Saban.
* 13 pts from 8-4
* 21 from 7-5
I doubted Kirby and the Dawgs - but I’m glad I was wrong.
Me too
Im happy that i was wrong
Go Dawgs Thank you Kirby!!
From a Florida fan jokes aside much respect to Georgia great game last night
not many jokes left.
Florida blowssss
@@eeriepizzeria6814 you right y’all did it was a great game 💯
@@johndoe1704 😂
@@leekgaming3557 I would wish you success but you’re florida.. so kinda conflicts with us lol!
Thanks Coach! The way you represent the University in win or defeat makes us fans and alumni so proud!
Congratulations Coach.....I've been a Bama Fan my entire life (60) Years. I hate losing but your team was the better one on Monday.
I loved the very last words he says I hope it brings us some more good recruits this just let's me know his mind-set is this isn't it more to come... Thank you coach smart
We will see some from Dougherty co highschool and Westover high coming over to UGA football
Well earned ; Thank you Kirby from a native Athenian and life long Dog . I was 9 in 1980 …. Awesome 2021
Soooo proud of the Dawgs, I was 21 years old in the 1980 season. You are such a Class Act, Kirby Smart. Way to go, Georgia Bulldogs, a much-deserved win!!!
How many times did you hear, "yeah but, how many times you hear the 1980 team didn't win the conference?"
Congratulations Coach ❤🖤🏆🏈❤🖤 well deserved!!!
Congratulations to all of those Georgia Bulldog players. They all contributed to this championship. As a fan, I am so proud of Stetson Bennett for his high level of play throughout the entire season. He displayed tremendous strength and poise to bounce back against Alabama.
GRATZ TO GEORGIA, THEIR PLAYERS AND FANS. CLASS ACT. GO HOGS! GO!
Love some coach Pittman! Go DAWGS and Go Hogs!
Idk about “class act” my gf graduated from Auburn and had a fan spit on her in Athens on her bday, the day of the AU vs UGA game.
@@EliRowe22 On her birthday? How rude?
@@EliRowe22 that happens at every game, dont be ignorant
You must haven't seen the comments on Instagram Georgia fans are not nice being from Birmingham, Alabama and being a Alabama fan the comments was hate from all college football fans comments like Alabama loses America's win 🙄 but enjoy the moment as long as nick Saban coaching Alabama will be back next year 🐘🐘 also my opinion that defense saved stetson
I grew up in a Georgia household with my dad being a HUGE fan. I remember him having tickets for all the home and Jacksonville games every year as a kid. They won this Championship on his 75th birthday, and I can't even begin to tell you just how much that meant to our family to see him experience that again after 41 years. So thankful for these coaches and this team for giving my dad a smile I'll never forget. GO DAWGS!!
Kirby smart deserves this moment and this win you deserve it coach smart
I tell you what...its a lot of Coaches and Universities ...that are spitting and dreading the day that UGA would win a Chip.....
Kirby had to change a lot of Kids and Parents minds that Georgia, Atlanta...sports teams couldnt get it done, that was a real thing in the minds of a lot of folks and def the kids.
That was the only thing holding UGA back from getting anything they want...we got that "Black Card" now and that thing is unlimited Kirby is about to tear it up in recruiting now that he got that Chip and the fact that he did it against Bama was "Everything"!! Nick new it...when Nick and Kirby met center field after the game that smile said it all.
Facts!
The sate of Georgia is really successful in sports right now lol
Thank you Kirby. I’m 33 now and have never seen a championship. I went to Georgia with Stafford where we were preseason #1 and fell short. There have been so many painful losses over the years but this year has made all tough memories worth it. Thank you
yeah, but you will never live this down.
HERBIE is the only coach in the last 50 years (prob longer), that wasn't coaching an independent, that has won his 1st NC without winning his conference too. Those other coaches would not have played for the NC if they had not won their conference. Herbie got a backdoor pass on his 1st.
Like Harbaugh, Herbie always manages to screw the pooch one game a year.
Saban was 13 pts from 8-4, 21 from 7-5 and Herbie couldn't get 2 wins.
Much deserved win!!
Go dawgs! Kirby sounds like he partied all night.
I disagree! He is hoarse from yelling on the sidelines during the game!! I wish ESPN had shown a few clips of the coaches on the sidelines. I ♥️ watching and hearing the coaches 🙌🏻🙌🏻
GO DAWGS!! WE LOVE YOU KIRBY!! D.G.D. FOR LIFE!!!!!
Long Time Coming.... I'm glad Georgia won I'm an LSU fan!
Lsu is such a awesome football school
As a Florida Gator fan I’m happy for Georgia and Kirby Smart he’s a classy and passionate coach and I truly respect that from him and Nick Saban.
Coach my Dad taught at UGA, 1961, when I was born IVE AL AWAYS BEEN A BULLDAWG ALWAYS. CONGRATULATIONS
Running it back again this year baby
Thank you Coach
Good job Kirby, I remember when you came in. A lot of people were upset but I wasn't. I knew we needed to change and we got close so early. I was hoping you wasn't just chasing the dragon. But you came through congratulations to you and your team national champions you deserve it. Go Dawgs National champions....
Congratulations 🍾🎈
Such a good dude
You can tell how much this University means to him. We love ya Kirby! Go Dawgs!!
Congratulations coach . We love you bulldogs woohoo national champions
Thank you coach Smart!
UGA fans since the 90s. Eric Zier n Mike Bono till present. I thought we had a good chance in 2017. WOW FINALLY BEAT BAMA. THEN BEAT THEM TO WIN THE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP. DREAM COME TRUE. Thank you to Kirby Smart, his staff, and the players. GO DAWGS!!!!
thank you, Kirby. Your held dearly in UGA fans hearts everywhere. thank you thank you thank you!!!!!!
terrific interview. honest, blunt, informative. i love kirby as much as you can love someone you dont know- grateful for what he has done for my mom's happiness by leading them to a natty.
INCREDIBLE Interview....
THANKS Again Coach.....
Mike/Athens !
Thanks Coach !!! This man knows how this effects the heart of all fans!!!
Gooooo Mighty Bulldogs !!!!
I was there man. On the 35 yard line. When Kelee caught that interception that place went nuts
BLESSED BLESSED BLESSED Kirby is our coach! Alabama is the template without a doubt and this game demonstrated just how hard it is to beat them. So many great players have come through Georgia without winning a championship, FINALLY it came our way. Just blessed to have seen it. Thank you Kirby and GO DAWGS!
Next season will be hard for Georgia. When you got the crown, every team, even if they have a losing record, will play their best game against you.
You are right but in the SEC the reality is almost every game is a real high stakes rivalry game. Regular season games against Florida, Auburn. Bama, South Carolina, Tennessee, LSU, GA Tech, Ole Miss, and Mississippi State always feel like high pressure playoff games. The hate is real.
Great interview I love what Kirby said he said alot of strong words 💯🐘
This was a great interview
His relationship with Saban is deeper than CFB .......football getting so easy to coach these days especially for the master minds like Saban and Kirby this is only the beginning for Kirby Era ...go Dawgs!
Congratulations Kirby you beat us fair and square! RTR 4 EVA
Wasnt to fair bama was down they top 2 recivers
Next man up Mr. Speegle. No excuses
@@justinspeegle4668 next man up buddy. If Georgia used that excuse they’d be crucified.
Next man cant catch better than not one but 2 1000 yard recivers they dont have the reps or the cemsistry sorry it dont work like that as seen from dropped passes that hit them right in the hands
@@justinspeegle4668 please stop crying . Do t rebuild just reload remember ?
man watchin saban's impact on kirby the day after saban retired hits so hard!
Congrats to Coach Smart and one Helluva team! GO DAWGS!! ❤️
GOOO DAWGS 🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶
Thank you coach smart!! All hard work paid off with your players. I know last 5 years we r so close and close....once I see the odd Georgia is favor I knew all of people know Georgia is better team. I will remember this moment forever...Thank you Thank you.
As a Bama fan I enjoyed this. Kirby has it right. Don't let a game or season define you. Jeep giving yourself the opportunity. There's gonna be a next time. I was disappointed Bama lost but happy for Kirby and UGA. I know what it feels like to get there and lose and to win and you appreciate the wins so much more. Without pain you don't know pleasure.
He’s just so humble…
Congrats Champion! 🏆 Go Dawgs!! 🙌🏈❤️🖤
Yall Sure Did
You Did Something great
Excellence Excellence
So proud of Coaches, players and Staff
Kirby has earned my respect. They worked hard and they earned it. Been a tide fan all my life and i love our team and coach sabin. Well be back 😎.
Great win for a great guy. A Humble, introspective, and grateful coach. This is why it's good when the dynasty's and monopoly's fall. It gives all of us some hope that if we work hard, have some luck and have the talent we can be winners too
Crying tears of joy still proud of my dawgs this was epic night
I'm so proud of him man. Good job Kirby. Love you man. You coach the game with heart. And you give respect where it is due. Never outshine the master. Unless of course you have to win a national football championship. Then all bets are off.
Proud of my coach the kid from small town Bainbridge Georgia brought the dawgs a national championship go dawgs
that was a great interview
Such a good interview! Rece asked some great questions... What a game! Go Dawgs!
This interview was amazing how bout them dawgs cannot wait until our season opener against the ducks and it feels soooo good UGA national champs let’s gooooo
Congratulations to Kirby. Real stand up guy. Roll tide
I grew up in the late 60's and early 70's listening to the Larry Munson on the radio as a kid. I'm a UGA grad from the Herschel days. My son is second generation UGA grad. I love this win. I knew Kirby would do it when he got hired. Give him a lifetime contract.
This coach is very special. The Better team won, & I’m glad for Kirby Smart.
Great interview Rece. Rarely do you see Kirby that reflective. Love the conversation about the demands of college coaching. Honestly it’s a job I wouldn’t want.
Kirby is a class act for sure. My confidence level in Kirby has increased a ton.
We love our coach. He loves us. Nuff said.
As a fan I've questioned his decisions at times but I've never questioned that Kirby is the coach that would bring Georgia back to national prominence. He's real and knows how to communicate with players and coaches to get the best out of them. It's amazing what he's been able to accomplish in just 6 yrs. Don't think this Natty will be his last one.
Gives me chills !! Go Dawgs!!
Saban, Kirby, Dabo “ohio state is ranked 11th” then Lincoln Riley. top 4 coaches in order for CFB now. UGA defense blew teams out!!
Dabo ain’t 3 u smokin crack
It's kirby and Saban no one else.
It's Saban 1 don't you dare try and put Kirby on his level. He literally taught Kirby everything he knows.
Saban, Kirby, Dabo, Riley, Jimbo, Harbaugh, Day, and Fickle are the best.
@@easybreezy3314 nailed the list perfectly. People try to hate on Harbaugh but he rebuilds programs back up with less talent.
@@easybreezy3314 Kirby is only been Coaching for 6 years..
Love you both