Kirby Smart addresses Trevor Etienne's DUI arrest: 'It's a teaching moment'

According to the official police report, Etienne was pulled over outside the Retreat on Milledge apartments complex early Sunday morning for speeding and crossing over a double yellow median on Will Hunter Road. 

Etienne, 19, ended up being charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, reckless driving, failure to maintain lane/improper driving on road, and affixing materials that reduce the visibility of windows/windshield. 

His bond was posted with a total bond amount of $1,883.

Just a week ago Etienne received a glowing review from Smart on his overall leadership and how well he has been handling the transition from Florida to Georgia's offense. 

"I think getting comfortable in the offense, there's nuances. I've met with him about difference in the way we do things and the way they do things offensively that he's picking up on," Smart said. "He's very bright. Not going to be a problem for him. There's been some mistakes and things, but nothing that can't be corrected. In terms of his effort and practice habits, we've encouraged him to give great effort, run the ball past the last defender. He's a sponge. He's absorbed that. He's enjoyed getting pushed. He's enjoying the competition of that room because there's guys he's competing with in that room. I'm very pleased with where he is and hope that he'll continue the trajectory he's on."

The former Gators running back is projected to start for the Bulldogs this fall. 

But there's a chance this mistake could keep him from being available when Georgia faces Clemson in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.