Georgia football's Kirby Smart makes change to Bulldogs’ coaching staff

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• "His knowledge, experience and steady leadership have been instrumental to our offensive production.
• In his new role, Stacy will continue to impact our offensive strategy and provide mentorship for both our staff and players."Searels, 60, spent the past four seasons coaching the line in his second stint with the Bulldogs. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHe also coached the offensive line from 2007-09 on Mark Richt’s staff.
• The former Auburn All-American offensive lineman's other coaching stops include Appalachian State, LSU, Texas, Miami and North Carolina. Rauscher, a former UCLA offensive lineman from 2003-05, becomes the fourth offensive line coach under Smart after Sam Pittman, Matt Luke and Searels.
• He coached in college previously with UCLA, Dixie State, Hawaii and Cal Lutheran."Phil has been a tremendous asset to our staff and players," Smart said.
• "He has earned this opportunity through his work ethic, technical expertise and his ability to connect with our players.