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Nolan Smith identifies Georgia football leaders for 2023 season: ‘10 and 2′ to bring the juice

Smael Mondon Jr. (2) and Tykee Smith (23) Georgia inside linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (2) and Georgia defensive back Tykee Smith (23) during the Bulldogs 27-13 win over top-ranked Tennessee in a game played November 5, 2022, at Sanford Stadium at the University of Georgia in Athens, GA. Photo credit Perry McIntyre. (Perry McIntyre/© 2022 Perry McIntyre)

INDIANAPOLIS — Nolan Smith provided a much-needed bright spot for Georgia football on the first day of NFL Combine, providing a gripping presentation that embodied the passion within the program.

Listening to Smith talk it was easy to understand why Kirby Smart insisted the injured outside linebacker stay front and center in front of the team as the Bulldogs marched to a second consecutive CFP Championship.

Smith brings an undeniable amount of energy, or “juice” as he would say, to his teammates and the football field.

Kicker Jack Podlesny said on Thursday that Smith was “the glue” of the 2022 national championship team, taking over a role previously held by Outland Trophy winner Jordan Davis on the 2021 championship team.

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