Georgia 70, Western Kentucky 13: Early Errors Aid Bulldog Rout Of Hilltoppers

Athens, Georgia - September 12, 2026: In a dominant 70-13 victory over Western Kentucky, the Georgia Bulldogs showcased a flawless performance that left their opponents in disarray. The Hilltoppers struggled to play flawless football, ultimately resulting in a crushing defeat. Georgia tied a team record, scoring 49 points in the first half and cruising to a 76-point win.

Quarterback Gunner Stockton delivered an efficient performance, completing 13 of 16 passes for 234 yards and a career-high 5 touchdowns. He connected with five different Bulldogs for those scores, displaying an all-around strong performance. Tight end Nate Frazier contributed with 55 yards and a touchdown on 6 carries.

Interestingly, Chauncey Bowens and Dwight Phillips combined for only one carry each, totaling just 4 yards. However, rookie quarterback Ryan Puglisi rushed for 72 yards on just 2 attempts, although one of those runs resulted in a fumble that ultimately aided the Hilltoppers in scoring their first points of the game. The first string defense played exceptionally well, and the Bulldogs allowed only 225 total yards of offense throughout the game.

Assistant coach Kirby Smart commented on the field, noting that while they have talented reserve players, they are not yet ready to play at the level required for meaningful action. Despite the lack of consistency from the reserves, the Bulldogs scored touchdowns on offense, defense, and special teams, making it difficult to view the game as anything less than an overwhelming victory.

With a strong showing from their first string, Georgia will undoubtedly improve with more experience, and this season promises to provide exciting football as they prepare to face off against Ryan Silverfield's Arkansas Razorbacks in SEC play.