ATHENS — Georgia football coach Kirby Smart downgraded the likelihood that tight end Darnell Washington or defensive back Tykee Smith will see significant snaps on Saturday,

“I don’t know if they will be able to play in the game or not, but they are working toward it, I can promise you that,” Smart said after the No. 2-ranked Bulldogs practiced on Tuesday night in preparation for a noon showdown with No. 8 Arkansas at Sanford Stadium on Saturday.

Both Smith and Washington have been out since mid-August when they underwent foot surgeries. Smart said last week the duo had originally targeted last Saturday’s game with Vanderbilt for their return.

Smart said before Monday’s practice this week they were both “full-go,” but after two practices, he revealed their comebacks have been slowed.

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“They both practiced both days,” Smart said “I thought Tykee looked better on Monday, he was moving around. We’ve got them on a pitch count. They will only be able to take limited reps from a standpoint of getting sore as the volume goes up.

“Darnell struggled a little bit (Monday), but he looked good today. Both of them have a ways to go.”

Georgia has not been lacking at either position with senior Latavious Brini and junior John FitzPatrick stepping up at those spots.

Washington and Smith, however, could have significant impact at their respective positions once back up to speed.

“It’s not just being cleared, it’s everything else involved,” Smart said. “It’s being behind, stamina, execution, getting them reps. It’s tough.

“I’m still very hopeful they both can help us.”

Here’s a look at the UGA injury report:

WR Arian Smith (shin) probable

WR Kearis Jackson (knee) probable

WR Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint (ankle) questionable

RB Kendall Milton (shoulder) questionable

TE Darnell Washington (foot) questionable

DB Tykee Smith (foot) questionable

WR Dominick Blaylock (hamstring) questionable

WR George Pickens (knee) out

CB Jalen Kimber (shoulder) out

OG Tate Ratledge (foot) out

LB Rian Davis (quad) out

DT Julian Rochester (knee) out