Georgia Promotes Phil Rauscher to Offensive Line Coach as Stacy Searels Moves to Analyst

Overview

• Kirby Smart announced an in-house reshuffle with Rauscher assuming primary responsibility for the offensive line heading into spring practice.
• Searels, Georgia’s line coach since 2022, shifts to an offensive analyst role focused on scouting, game planning, and player evaluation as Smart praised his impact and mentorship.
• Rauscher brings 16 years of college and NFL experience, including a recent stint as the Jacksonville Jaguars’ offensive line coach and run game coordinator.
• Reports credited Rauscher’s arrival with improving Georgia’s 2025 rushing attack, while late-season protection issues such as high sack totals and a Sugar Bowl snap error remain areas to address.
• The move comes as starters Monroe Freeling and Micah Morris declared for the 2026 NFL draft and four offensive linemen entered the transfer portal, underscoring the push for continuity.