The athletic association has issued a release confirming that junior offensive guard Seth Watts is no longer with the Georgia football program. We were uncertain last night whether his absence from spring practice for “personal reasons” was a temporary or, as suspected, a permanent situation.

University of Georgia junior offensive lineman Seth Watts has decided to forego his remaining two years of football eligibility, according to an announcement Tuesday by Bulldog head coach Mark Richt.

Richt said Watts, who served as a backup offensive guard during the 2006 season, plans to remain in school and concentrate on his academic work.

“We appreciate the contributions that Seth has made to our football team,” said Richt. “And at the same time we are certainly supportive of what he feels is in his best interest.”