Kirby Smart ranks fourth among top college football coaches since 2000, celebrated for his dominance, leadership, and consistent championship success.
Kirby Smart has firmly established himself as one of the premier college football coaches of the 21st century. Since taking over as head coach at the University of Georgia in 2016, Smart has transformed the Bulldogs into a perennial powerhouse, combining elite recruiting with disciplined, physical football.
Career Highlights
National Championships: Smart led Georgia to back-to-back national titles in 2021 and 2022, marking the program’s first championships since 1980.
Overall Record: As of the end of the 2024 season, Smart boasts a career record of 105–19 (.847 win percentage), including a 9–3 bowl record.
NFL Pipeline: Under his leadership, Georgia has produced 55 NFL draft picks, including 15 first-round selections.
SEC Dominance: The Bulldogs have consistently contended for SEC titles, winning the conference championship in 2024 with a 22–19 overtime victory against Texas.
Coaching Rankings
In the wake of Nick Saban’s retirement, Smart has been widely recognized as the top active coach in college football.
