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Kirby Smart is stepping into the SEC’s elder statesman role, aiming for another title and a 2026 national championship run, while confronting tough rebuilds on offense and defense. His leadership philosophy centers on accountability and grit, embodied by QB Gunner Stockton’s fearless rafting choice. Amid rising NIL deals, Smart warns of an unsustainable arms race without clearer rules. He questions the expanded SEC schedule’s real impact and worries about the championship’s future if the playoff grows beyond 12 teams — but his focus remains laser-sharp: win on the field, starting with the season opener.

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