The first round in what promises to be a series of battles between Nick Saban and protege Kirby Smart was waged over Maurice Smith. The defensive back graduated from Alabama this spring and is hoping to transfer to Georgia to play for his former defensive coordinator. Alabama initially blocked the move, citing SEC transfer regulations. The Crimson Tide eventually relented and the matter is now up to SEC commissioner Greg Sankey.
Here's a look at how it all went down:
Dec. 6, 2015: Georgia announces hire of Kirby Smart, who served as Nick Saban’s defensive coordinator at Alabama since 2008.