Winners, losers from Georgia’s big win at Texas

AUSTIN, TEXAS – OCTOBER 19: Trevor Etienne #1 of the Georgia Bulldogs dives for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on October 19, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)

The No. 4 Georgia Bulldogs earned their best win of the season with a 30-15 road victory over the No. 1 Texas Longhorns. At times, it felt like Georgia had to beat Texas and the officials, but the Dawgs were determined to get the win.

Texas threatening to make things interesting in the second half, but in the end the Georgia defense overwhelmed Texas’ offensive line. Now, Georgia will have a bye week before facing Florida in Jacksonville.

Who are our winners and losers from Georgia’s road win at Texas?

Winner: Linebacker Jalon Walker

Jalon Walker almost single-handedly took over this game in the first half. Walker recorded seven tackles and three sacks in the first half. Texas’ offense never found a rhythm against Georgia’s strong pass rush. Walker looks like a first-round NFL draft pick along with Mykel Williams, who looked much healthier after battling an ankle injury.

Winner: Cornerback Daylen Everette

Georgia cornerback Daylen Everette forced two turnovers in the first half. He recorded forced a Quinn Ewers fumble on a sack and somehow managed to recover the fumble after a mad scramble for the ball. Everette also intercepted Ewers with savvy disguised coverage in the first half.

Winner: Coach Kirby Smart

Kirby Smart showed Georgia excels in the ‘nobody believes in us’ role. Georgia played its best game of the season and man did the defense look improved against a strong offensive line with a healthy Mykel Williams.

Loser: Quarterback Carson Beck’s turnovers

AUSTIN, TEXAS – OCTOBER 19: Jahdae Barron #7 of the Texas Longhorns intercepts a pass intended for Lawson…

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Author : UGA Wire

Publish date : 2024-10-20 09:30:59

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