Smith recorded six tackles, a tackle for a loss and an interception against the Ducks.
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The senior is one of the returning leaders from Georgia’s record-breaking 2021 defense, racking up 35 tackles, four pass breakups, three interceptions and two quarterback pressures in 12 games.
Great route recognition by Christopher Smith! Follows Bo Nix’s eyes the whole way and gets the ball back for Georgia.
The Bulldogs’ defense picking up where it left off in 2021 #GoDawgs
— Pro Football Network (@PFN365) September 3, 2022
Smith shares the award with Arkansas linebacker Bumper Pool.