No. 2 Georgia rolls over Arkansas 45-17 in Southeastern Conference opener
Chauncey Bowens ran for three touchdowns and No. 2 Georgia held Arkansas to just 17 yards on the ground in a 45-17 win Saturday.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS - SEPTEMBER 19: Gunner Stockton #14 of the Georgia Bulldogs showcased his versatility on Saturday, throwing a pass and rushing for a touchdown during the Bulldogs' 45-17 victory over the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. The Georgia team's dominance was evident early, as they led 21-3 at halftime, never needing to rely on passing plays.
Quarterback Gunner Stockton completed 10 of 13 passes for 147 yards and added 97 yards on the ground, including a notable 62-yard run that set up another touchdown. Arkansas' offense struggled throughout the game, with KJ Jackson playing two drives before being replaced by AJ Hill. Jackson made a brief return to the field in the first half, leading the Razorbacks into Georgia territory before an intentional grounding penalty forced them back.
The Razorbacks' ground game was particularly disappointing, as seven players combined for just 17 rushing yards. Sutton Smith managed to carry the ball 17 times for 17 yards, the worst rushing performance for Arkansas since 2018. The Razorbacks' offensive struggles were highlighted by a 41-yard field goal attempt by Max Gilbert, which was blocked just before halftime.
In the second half, Georgia's defense shone, holding Arkansas to just 17 total yards on the ground. Nick Frazier scored Georgia's first touchdown with a 75-yard run on 14 carries. Chauncey Bowens was Georgia's leading rusher with 39 yards on 11 carries. Gunner Stockton sealed the victory with a one-play series touchdown pass to Craig Dandridge Jr. in the fourth quarter.
Arkansas managed to score two touchdowns in the fourth quarter, with Sutton Smith's five-yard touchdown run and a quick pass from KJ Jackson to Ty Lockwood. Despite the loss, Arkansas maintained a solid performance from their quarterbacks, with KJ Jackson completing 20 of 27 passes for 212 yards and AJ Hill going 8 of 14 for 76 yards. The Razorbacks' next game is against Tulsa, while Georgia will face No. 24 Oklahoma.
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