Georgia
Kirby Smart declines to update Trevor Etienne’s status ahead of Georgia’s Week 2 game
Kirby Smart met with reporters on Tuesday evening ahead of Georgia’s Week 2 matchup with Tennessee Tech.
Amongst the topics discussed, Smart declined to issue a status update on suspended running back Trevor Etienne. He didn’t play in — but was suited up for — Georgia’s 34-3 win over Clemson on Saturday in Atlanta. His absence is presumed to be a result of his offseason arrest for DUI and other driving-related offenses. Charges were later dismissed following a plea agreement.
When asked directly by reporters about Etienne’s status, Smart declined to shed light on the topic.
Kirby Smart on Trevor Etienne’s status this week: “Again, we don’t talk about that.”
— Hank Tatum (@hanktatum4) September 3, 2024
In a follow-up, Smart indicated he’s not going to comment on potential suspensions in an effort to protect the player from further attention on the matter.
“It’s a kid,” Smart said. “It’s a kid and his family … I want to defend the kid. To discuss it again and say it again, it’s a whole ‘nother headline.”
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart on why he won’t comment on potential suspensions: “It’s a kid. It’s a kid and his family … I want to defend the kid. To discuss it again and say it again, it’s a whole ‘nother headline”
— Jordan D. Hill (@JordanDavisHill) September 3, 2024
Etienne is expected to be Georgia’s top running back upon his return to the lineup. He transferred in from Florida this offseason after running for over 700 yards in each of his first 2 seasons with the Gators.
While Etienne was missed on Saturday against Clemson, other players in Georgia’s running back room were able to step up. True freshman Nate Frazier led the way with 83 yards and 1 touchdown on 11 carries.
Georgia will face Tennessee Tech in Week 2.
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