Georgia coach Kirby Smart said Tuesday he went too far when he called backup safety Jake Pope an "idiot" for appearing to celebrate with Mississippi fans following the Bulldogs' loss to the Rebels last week.

Georgia football defensive back Jake Pope addresses the viral video of him following the Ole Miss game. The Georgia Bulldogs are set to face off against the Tennessee Volunteers this weekend. They are coming off a tough loss on the road against Ole Miss.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart admitted his harsh comments towards one of his players after Saturday's loss to Ole Miss went too far. After the Rebels