Georgia Grinds Out Win Against Florida, Prepares for Tough Ole Miss Challenge

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03/11/2024 22h08

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The Georgia Bulldogs continued their impressive season with a 34-20 victory over Florida, pushing their record to 7-1 overall and 5-1 in the SEC. However, the upcoming clash against No. 19 Ole Miss may prove to be more challenging, given the Rebels' recent dominating win over Arkansas. Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart set school records with 515 passing yards and six touchdowns, positioning himself as a formidable opponent for Georgia.

Despite struggles from Georgia's quarterback, Carson Beck, who has accumulated 11 interceptions this season, head coach Kirby Smart continues to show unwavering support. After Beck threw two interceptions in five plays during the game against Florida, Smart was seen offering a long, comforting embrace to his quarterback. This approach contrasts Smart's previously tough-love tactics employed with former Georgia QB, Stetson Bennett, during their back-to-back national championship runs.

A key highlight came from freshman Nate Frazier, who stepped up in the absence of starter Trevor Etienne, logging 19 carries for 82 yards and a touchdown. The Bulldogs have also been dealing with injuries to other key players, including running backs Roderick and Branson Robinson, further emphasizing Frazier's essential contributions.

On special teams, junior safety Malaki Starks took over punt return duties due to an injury to Anthony Evans, successfully managing 31 yards on three returns. Defensively, Georgia faced difficulty in the first half without starting defensive backs Joenel Aguero and Dan Jackson due to suspensions. Nonetheless, redshirt freshman Kyron Jones and freshman KJ Bolden stepped up, helping stabilize the defense in a game where the Bulldogs allowed just 228 yards.

A pivotal moment occurred when linebacker CJ Allen made an acrobatic interception late in the game, securing Georgia's lead at a crucial juncture. Allen's remarkable play not only demonstrated his athleticism but underscored the team's defensive prowess.

As Georgia prepares to face Ole Miss, the Bulldogs will need to mitigate Beck's mistakes and capitalize on an offense showing sparks of resilience under pressure. The contest promises to be a significant test for both teams as they eye further success in their respective seasons.

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