The Morning Five: Five Key Stats For Georgia vs. Oklahoma
Welcome to the Morning Five, five numbers you need to know to be ready for this weekend’s matchup between the Georgia Bulldogs and and Oklahoma Sooners. Let’s jump right in: Go ‘Dawgs!!!
Welcome to the Morning Five, five numbers you need to know to be ready for this weekend's matchup between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Oklahoma Sooners. Let's dive right in:
1. 3,187 days have passed since Georgia and Oklahoma played what many consider the best college football game in history. Since then, Georgia has won two national titles, while Oklahoma has remained a consistent playoff contender but hasn't come close to challenging for a national title.
2. Oklahoma currently holds the 16th spot in the SEC in total offense. With only 16 teams in the league, this ranking places them in the middle of the pack. The Sooners have only topped the 300-yard mark in total offense once, during their opener against UTEP.
3. Gunner Stockton, Oklahoma's quarterback, has an impressive completion percentage of 84.4% so far this season. This is the highest percentage among SEC quarterbacks, but the Oklahoma defense, with a variety of disguises and blitz packages, could pose a challenge for Stockton's throws.
4. Stockton has thrown only 0 interceptions this season, despite throwing 9 touchdown passes. This is the most important number of the five, as a successful upset for Oklahoma may rely heavily on taking possession and capitalizing on turnovers.
5. Conversely, Georgia sits at a -4 turnover margin, the worst in the SEC. With 6 turnovers on the season, 3 interceptions, and 3 lost fumbles, Georgia will need to take care of the ball and force Oklahoma to drive for 70+ yards on every possession if they hope to secure a home team victory.
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