GAINESVILLE — Georgia coach Kirby Smart has experienced the peaks and valleys of Florida football .

Entering Saturday’s annual showdown in Jacksonville, Smart doesn’t think the Gators’ situation is as dire as it might appear amid the ongoing coaching churn and recent track record during the longstanding rivalry.

“I don’t look at it as Florida’s not up and running,” Smart said during Wednesday’s SEC teleconference. “I know you have facts to argue that’s not true, but they’re extremely competitive. They’re in every game. They’re a really good team.

“I get what you’re saying in terms of dominance and SEC championship appearances and all that, but I view Florida as up and running, personally. They have really good players and have built a good, strong roster.”

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