Georgia coach Kirby Smart apologized Tuesday for calling Bulldogs defensive back Jake Pope an "idiot" for a viral postgame celebration following the team's Week 11 loss to Ole Miss.  "I should have not called the kid an idiot,

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Georgia backup safety Jake Pope issued an apology on Monday after a video of him appearing to celebrate following the Bulldogs' 28-10 loss at Mississippi on the field with Rebels fans drew sharp criticism from Georgia coach Kirby Smart.

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart became aware of redshirt sophomore DB celebrating on the field after Dawgs’ loss to Ole Miss on Saturday. Georgia player celebrating with Ole Miss fans??? https://t.co/v4yvJLacwx pic.twitter.com/rLIVF4V57D