As Georgia pulled off a convincing 10-10-10 win over the Arkansas Razorbacks, you could say that Georgia head coach Kirby wasn’t happy with how his team is playing to open the season.
“We didn’t do well early on, and we were penalized when we did,” Smart said. “I thought the defense played very heartily, but we would play as many football teams as we played.”
While Smart liked what he saw in Georgia’s defense, it was an aggressive display that raised a lot of eyebrows.
The Bulldogs had just 5 points in the third quarter and were struggling in the opening 30 minutes. D’Vann Math Thesis made a start for the Bulldogs, but it was a performance he wanted to forget, as he made 14 pass attempts in the first half for 37 yards. He also threw an obstacle.
Smart made it clear that the offensive struggle was not just on Mathis. The offensive line struggled to open the holes and hit Georgia several penalties.
“It starts with penalties, it starts with guys missing assignments and guys missing signals.” “When you spin the ball, when you catch people and you line up in the backfield, you don’t have much success.”
If you take a look at social media, you can say that many people are not happy with the direction of crime.
Give the child 1 cue to play in the new offense, then pull. I like Statson Bennett but I hate Mathis… going forward it will be hard to gain confidence
– Aaron Murray (AaronMure 11) September 26, 2020
How far is Georgia from being at the level of Florida? Too bad right now.
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– Barrett Sally (BarretSally) September 27, 2020
Every … pic.twitter.com/PAL9jqFbdV
– Archie beats #GoDawgs (@ 1 doggie) September 26, 2020
0.0 Georgia QB with situational awareness
– Big cat (@ barstollbigket) September 26, 2020
It’s best to be a Georgia Bulldog pic.twitter.com/np341nuqli
– Celia Palermo (@ Celia Palermo) September 26, 2020
We go live for Dad pic.twitter.com/XBZ9gaIO9Z
– Amanda Mool (Amanda Mool) September 26, 2020
I have now reached the point where I blunt the rest of the game for defensive TD as the only hope.
– Charles Ann Davis (@GradidenUGA) September 26, 2020
Kirby Texting Jamie Newman R.N. pic.twitter.com/OxFVJB9QJj
– Alyssa Purser (@ Alyssa Purser) September 26, 2020
Things turned to Georgia after Statson Bennett entered the game for the Bulldogs. He replaced Mathis in the second quarter and scored a field goal just before halftime to give Georgia a little momentum in the second half.
Bennett played well in the third quarter as he got the Georgia offense on track. He threw 2 touchdown passes in the quarter to help Georgia regain the commanding lead and eventually keep the Razorbacks away. He finished the game with 20 of his 29 passes for 211 yards, and also used his feet in a two-point conversion.
Statson Bennett is the truth !!
– BARSTOL UGA (ugabarstool) September 26, 2020
Looks like Stetson Bennett took this job today. Could be wrong. But he’s playing great.
– Mike Conti (ઇક MikeConti929) September 26, 2020
The UK put Stakeson Bennett IV in the game in Arkansas: pic.twitter.com/cviCg7NYbv
– C all (@ kamaraj_k alll) September 26, 2020
Stetson Bennett 🤝… You make me so proud bro pic.twitter.com/jm7tloXM1J
– Suddenly (@dogXact) September 26, 2020
Statson Bennett Ive condemnation will not be tolerated on this timeline
– Jack Jacob (@ Jack_Jacob10) September 26, 2020
IT
Statson Bennett is proof that a 5’11 QB who has IT is no different than a 6’4 QB.
IT is IT. StetsonIV
– QB Country (@ QBC Country) September 26, 2020
June 2018. “The dream is to play,” Statson Bennett IV said. “It was cool to be in Georgia. I loved sharing those moments in Georgia last year, but the dream is to play. He just didn’t grow up as the guy who wanted to play in Georgia if you weren’t out there.” pic.twitter.com/iVX1XL9JXE
– Jeff Sentel (@JefSentel) September 26, 2020
Stateson Bennett has re-established the order for Georgia. You read that right.
– Josh Patel 🎙🏈 (ટક Latex Josh) September 26, 2020
Statson Bennett… The Hero of the Day Who is he!
– PeachSinga (PeachsInGa) September 26, 2020
Bennett spoke to reporters after the game about his performance. And while some thought he would get delegates as QB1, he never doubted his abilities or opportunity.
“It was definitely easier to get to the second part (to start) than to go straight to the bench,” Bennett said. “Just more comfortable experiences with the boys and going there and knowing what we’re going to do. After that two minute exercise, that really boosted confidence in the second half.”
The Georgia Football .L defense put in another strong performance on Saturday and received little positive attention on social media. The Bulldogs pushed three Arkansas turnovers, 2.0 sacks and limited the Razorbacks to just 280 total yards and 10 points.
The group, which many consider the best in the country, lived up to the hype in the first 60 minutes of the 2020 season.
The start of Georgia’s new offense was the wreck of a train and yet they won by 27 on the road to the SEC.
It should tell you how well the defense and special teams played on Saturday. https://t.co/7edGgqxus6
– SEC Mike (@MicheldBreton) September 27, 2020
Defense pushes security#ATD # Gog Dogs pic.twitter.com/TgtwKuxS5Z
– Georgia Footb (લ Georgia Footb) l) September 26, 2020
Georgia today
Defense 2
Special teams:
Crime 2– Justin Linnikzik (@adjinlanikzik) September 26, 2020
Well that’s the wrap… .Georgia with 32 points second half, final score 37-10. The Bulldog Defense Elite, one of the best in the nation, may be the best hogs seen throughout the year. Plenty of room for improvement in Arkansas, but some positive signs in the first half.
– David Basel (DavidBazel) September 26, 2020
There is nothing wrong with Georgia’s defense! They still have some Junkyard Dogs! # Bullies
– Marvin L. James II (sportsgamiv) September 26, 2020
.Liliac_35 With one hand pic.twitter.com/vvRXdmY09S
– SEC Network (ECSEC Network) September 26, 2020
Pick 6 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Eric Stokes _jamane_ pic.twitter.com/44krU0vtvr– Georgia Heroes (GeorgiaHeroes) September 26, 2020
“We will get it. “There are a lot of people dedicated to winning,” said Georgia safety Richard Laconte. “Everything we need to protect is what we put down. I have never seen a group of boys so ruthless and ready to win. That’s a great formula for great defense and a great team. “
The Bulldogs face the Stutt Test next Saturday as they welcome the No. 8 ranked Uburn Tigers at Sanford Stadium. The game will definitely have a lot of eyeballs, as it will be the first top-10 match-up of the college football season. ESPN’s College College will be in the city to preview and discuss the big game. The competition is set for an ET kickoff at 7:30 pm on ESPN.
TH Athens
We’re heading to Classic City for Auburn-Georgia! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/Em5wb7Ehi
– College Legend Gameday (Legend Legend Gameday) September 27, 2020
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