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VOLUME 23 NO. 8

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SPORTS

BULLDOGS TO WATCH | 12

TIGERS TO WATCH | 14

THE FIVE | 16

FROM THE INTERN | 17

A VIEW FROM AUBURN | 18

SOCIAL

GEORGIA VS. KENTUCKY FAN PHOTOS | 22

PROUST Q&A: ROSS TRULOCK | 32

MORE SPORTS

HAMMY’S HORSESHOES | 34

JD’S TOP 12 | 35

OLD AND IN THE WAY | 36

KEVIN BUTLER’S PLAYERS OF THE WEEK | 37

STATS THAT MATTER | 38

ON THE COVER - Tight end, Oscar Delp

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FROM THE

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VANCE LEAVY

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Get tough or go home, Georgia vs. Auburn … ‘See You … On the Plains!’

Now that was more like it … Dawgs 35 Cats 14!

This past weekend in Athens was just what the

doctor ordered for our players, coaches and fans after

the gut-wrenching loss to Bama a few weeks back.

You never know how a team will respond to adversity, but is that

necessarily the truth here in Athens? Despite the Kentucky game

kicking off at high noon, did we really think Coach Smart’s team

was going to come out flat? Particularly, after their epic 33-game

home winning streak had been snapped by the Crimson Tide.

Probably not, right?

What I liked best about the Kentucky win was our offense

getting on the board in the first quarter. You can’t be a true

Georgia fan and not admit that slow starts plagued the Georgia

offense most of last season

and the beginning of this 2025

campaign. So big time kudos to

offensive coordinator Mike Bobo

and all of his staff for dialing up

some gems to keep the other

team on their heels for most of

the victory over the Wildcats.

And the same goes for the

players on offense. After all, no

matter the call (good or bad) it

does come down to execution

by the players on the field.

Beyond the field, the scene

in Athens for Homecoming

Weekend was perfection. Athens


eateries were filled to the brim

from Friday night all the way

though Sunday’s victory brunches. And the same goes on the

shopping front. To borrow from Munson, don’t you know there

were some credit cards destroyed all weekend long, ha, ha.

That is the beauty of Georgia Football. Yes, everyone in the

Bulldog Nation loves their Dawgs, but the time we get together

throughout the Fall is equally satisfying. That was certainly the

case at Myers Quad before kickoff versus Kentucky. Alumni

tailgates galore weren’t thwarted by the early kickoff time.

Cooking crews arrived well before the 6 a.m. opening time for

entry. And my goodness, the fellowship and barbecuing going on

there throughout the day was second to none.

Pardon all my sentimentality above. I guess it is okay when

talking about the fun and pageantry surrounding Homecoming

Weekend in God’s country. However, it is now time to turn the

page because there will be no such thing as sentimentality, nor

hospitality this Saturday night as our Bulldogs head to the Plains.

Georgia versus Auburn … the Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry …

Cam Newton’s #2 Jersey Retirement Ceremony … ‘Let’s get ready

to Rummmbleeee!!!’

RING THE TOUGHNESS (DILLON) BELL!

Sports fans, don’t kid yourselves our Dawgs are heading into a

hornets’ nest this weekend in Auburn. Their team, their coach and

their passionate fan base are so hungry for an epic victory. And

who better to achieve that mark against than their oldest foe,

Georgia.

It is for this reason (throughout this issue), our pages include

some of the toughest Dawgs on the 2025 roster. Yes, our cover

with tight end Oscar Delp towering over Jordan-Hare Stadium

is cool looking (nice job Hamilton Culpepper on design and Rob

Saye capturing the Delp image), however the real message with

the cover is the importance of Oscar having one of his best games

as a Georgia Bulldog on Saturday night. After all, it was only

because of Oscar’s predecessor, Brock Bowers, that our Bulldogs

escaped with a victory the last time on the Plains.

And on this page, these images

of wide receiver Dillon Bell out

fighting the Kentucky defender

for a huge reception also denotes

the toughness that will be

required on Saturday night to

get back to Athens with a victory.

Be who you are No. 86. And for

the love of Georgia Coach Bobo,

I implore you to keep finding

creative ways to ring the Bell on

the Plains.

Then there is Gunner Stockton,

who continues to show the

country his moxie and toughness

every Saturday. On page 36, Greg

Poole nails it when talking about

what Gunner’s uniform looks like at the end of every game. It is

exactly what you would want from your quarterback who fights

for every yard for this team.

Man, I can’t wait to get to Auburn. The scene is going to be

insane. As I tell folks, it doesn’t get more deafening than inside

Jordan-Hare when the home team is rolling. And while Hugh

Freeze is still searching for chemistry with his offense, Kirby

Smart’s respect for his play calling ability is second to none. The

Tigers are going to move the ball, which means our defense must

force field goals and our offense must score touchdowns when

the opportunities present themselves.

Enjoy this issue of BI. There are tons of fan photos beginning

on page 22. And Augustan Ross Trulock is our Proust Q&A

participant on page 32. I can’t wait to see Ross soon, so he can

expand on his bride’s rebound in Indy at the Natty in 2021.

Touchdown Georgia!

As our cover proudly says, ‘See You … on the Plains!’ It doesn’t

get any better than Georgia versus Auburn … Go Dawgs!!


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Kirby and Company look to extend the recent mastery

over the Auburn Tigers in the Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry!

When Georgia beat Auburn

19-14 to clinch the 1982

Southeastern Conference

championship, with the

incomparable Larry Munson narrating a

masterpiece, that Saturday on the Plains

served as one of my most memorable

Bulldog victories of all-time. That grand

victory pushed top-ranked Georgia to

10-0 and a third straight SEC title en

route to a perfect 11-0 regular season,

capped with a 38-18 triumph Between

the Hedges over the Yellow Jackets. I was

10, and it was just a wonderful day that

I’ll never forget.

Well, from 1983 through 1990, as I say

often, back when I was really into Georgia

football, Auburn won seven of the eight

meetings over that stretch. Thank you

Steve Boswell and Wayne Johnson on

the water cannons night of 1986. That

same year at night, James Jackson put

the ball on the ground when the clock

struck zero in Columbia. My heart sank,

and I remember in a panicked thought,

believing you couldn’t advance a fumble.

Which at the time, you couldn’t. Anyways,

Georgia somehow won both of those

games.

The losses of 1983, 1987 and 1988 cost

Georgia SEC championships - and quite

possibly a national title in 1983. Georgia

headed in at 8-0-1, having tied Clemson.

Auburn was 8-1, losing only to Texas, on

the same day (September 17) the Dogs

tied Clemson. Well, Bo Jackson was great

in Sanford Stadium. Georgia came back,

recovering an onsides kick which led

to one of Munson’s greatest ever calls

in a loss. But Auburn held on to win in

Athens. The Bulldogs would recover to

beat Tech and then topple Texas 10-9 in

the Cotton Bowl. Auburn beat Alabama to

win the SEC for the first time since 1957,

ending Georgia’s run of three straight SEC

championships.

Bitter pills.

For decades, this series was

characterized by upsets and/or road team

victories. From 1977-2001, Georgia was

a woeful 2-11 versus Auburn at Sanford

Stadium. The Bulldogs beat the Tigers in

2003 Between the Hedges, but suffered

a devastating loss to the Tigers in 2005.

Fourth down, the pass, the run, the punch

out, the fumble, the ruling, the field goal.

It was brutal.

After that game in ‘05, Auburn led

the series 53-48-8, and the cumulative

point total in the over 100 meetings was

literally a one point differential.

The next season on the Plains, a

pedestrian 6-4 Georgia team upset fifth

ranked, once beaten Auburn 37-15, and a

remarkable streak began.

Since that upset at Auburn in ‘06,

Georgia has won 17 of the last 20

meetings with the Tigers. Amazing.

That includes a 9-0 mark over this two

decade stretch on Dooley Field in Sanford

Stadium. Remember that aforementioned

2-11 mark?

This remarkable run of success in this

iconic rivalry, includes an eight game

winning streak under the watch of Kirby

Smart.

If someone would have told me this

would have happened back in my early

tween and teen years of the mid to late

1980s, I don’t think I would have believed

such a feat by Georgia would have ever

been possible.

Of all the victories, the biggest is the

one that started this eight game winning

streak for Georgia against Auburn.

Heading to Jordan-Hare Stadium ranked

No. 1 in the land in Smart’s second season

at his beloved alma mater, Georgia

jumped out to a 7-0 lead over Auburn.

But then everything went wrong for

the Bulldogs, and Auburn played an

awesome game. The Tigers took down

the Dogs 40-17. Afterwards, Tiger coach

Gus Malzahn famously - and correctly

- boasted, ‘we beat the dog crap out of

them.’

Well, Georgia would rally back to beat

both Kentucky and the Jackets to post an

11-1 regular season record.

Auburn meanwhile, two weeks after

beating its second biggest rival, the

top-ranked Bulldogs, toppled Rival No. 1,

top-ranked, undefeated Alabama 26-14

to earn a berth in the SEC Championship

Game.

After falling behind early, Georgia slowly

took control, capitalizing on turnovers

and a blocked field goal. Roquan Smith

recovered a fumble with Georgia leading

13-7. Jake Fromm found Terry Godwin for

a touchdown and two point conversion.

Then D’Andre Swift broke off a 64-yard

scoring dash for the knockout blow in a

28-7 Georgia victory.

It is one of the most significant victories

in Georgia football history, and a crown

jewel of the amazing Smart era. The

vengeance triumph clinched the Bulldogs

first SEC championship since 2005, and

put Georgia in the College Football

Playoff.

Since then, the Bulldogs have won four

straight in Athens, and three in a row at

Jordan-Hare - two of which have been

very hairy. In 2019, Georgia jumped to a

21-0 lead and held on 21-14, as freshman

Trayvon Walker had a game-clinching

sack. Two years ago, Brock Bowers had

one of his greatest performances ever,

scoring the game-winner in a 27-20

Georgia triumph.

Rivalries like the deep south’s oldest

have ebbs and flows and twists and turns.

After all, these two got it all started in

1892 at Atlanta’s Piedmont Park.

Well, with 17 of 20, including the eight

straight under Smart’s watch, a series

that Georgia trailed by five after the

heartbreak of 2005, the Bulldogs now

lead 65-56-8.

That’s an incredible turn, and an

amazing accomplishment for Georgia

against an arch rival and fellow SEC

blueblood. It’s especially appreciated by

those who remember some mighty “hard

times” against those Tigers not that many

years ago.


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GEORGIA VS. AUBURN

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GEORGIA VS AUBURN

BY: JEFF DANTZLER

For the 130th time, the Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry reconvenes,

as the Georgia Bulldogs visit the Auburn Tigers. This is one of the

most storied series in college football history, especially in the

Southeastern Conference. After all, these two ancient foes got it all

going back in 1892 at Piedmont Park in Atlanta.

Georgia had an impressive bounce back victory over Kentucky,

defeating the Wildcats 35-14 Between the Hedges. The Bulldogs,

plagued by slow starts in the first two SEC games this season,

dating back to last year, jumped out to a 14-0 edge over Kentucky,

and led the whole way. Georgia, which struggled badly on third

down the week prior against Alabama, flipped the script and

performed well against Kentucky. The Bulldogs were 9-of-12

on third downs, while holding Kentucky to a 3-of-11. Georgia

outgained Kentucky 425 yards to 270. Quarterback Gunner

Stockton ran for two touchdowns, and threw for another, while

Dillon Bell rushed for a pair of pair scores.

The win over Kentucky marked the Bulldogs 16th straight over the

Wildcats in the series.

Auburn heads into the game with a record of 3-2, 0-2 in

Southeastern Conference play. The Tigers opened the season with

an impressive 38-24 victory over Baylor in Waco, then followed that

up with a pair of wins over Ball State and South Alabama. Auburn

had a tough draw to start league play, and dropped a pair of

heartbreakers on the road - falling 24-17 at Oklahoma and 16-10 at

Texas A&M. The Tigers had this past week off to sharpen their claws

for the Bulldogs. And after playing at Baylor, Oklahoma and Texas

A&M, they are glad to be at home for a game of this magnitude.

Quarterback Jackson Arnold is a headliner for the Tigers. The

transfer from Oklahoma has thrown for five touchdowns with no

interceptions, while running for 192 net yards. Now that includes

sack yardage. He has actually gained 321 yards and posted five

touchdowns on the ground. Arnold is a big time dual threat QB

who will test the Bulldogs defense.

Kirby Smart’s Bulldogs have won the last eight meetings with

Auburn, dating back to Georgia’s 28-7 victory over the Tigers in the

2017 Southeastern Conference Championship Game. The Bulldogs

have won 17 of the last 20 games against Auburn, beginning

with an upset win at Jordan-Hare Stadium in 2006. Georgia leads

the series 65-56-8. The Bulldogs are 9-1 against the Tigers in the

incredible Smart era.

Hugh Freeze’s Tigers are hungry for what would be a signature

win. Jordan-Hare Stadium will be rocking - especially at night - in

Auburn’s biggest home game of the year thus far. The Tigers three

biggest games thus far this season have all been on the road. This

will be the first true night game at Jordan-Hare Stadium between

Georgia and Auburn since a 38-0 Bulldogs win in 2012.


SPORTS

FOOTBALL

BULLDOGS TO WATCH

BY: ANNA WILLIAMS/BI

KIRBY SMART (HC) - Smart owns a dominant 8-1 record

against Auburn and hasn’t lost to the Tigers since 2017. This track

record speaks volumes–his teams have outscored the Tigers

242-97 across their last seven meetings. This game will test his

ability to keep his team composed in one of the SEC’s toughest

environments. Expect Smart to lean on his defense early, test

Auburn’s front with balanced play-calling, and rely on young talent

to make the difference.

NATE FRAZIER

RUNNING BACK


JORDAN HALL

DEFENSIVE TACKLE


ZACHARIAH BRANCH (WR, #1) - Wideout Zachariah Branch

totaled four catches for 18 yards against Kentucky. He didn’t light

up the stat sheet, but his value extends far beyond the numbers.

His speed demands attention from opposing defensive backs,

stretching coverage and creating opportunities for Georgia’s

running game. Auburn’s secondary has shown vulnerability

against quick receivers this season, and Branch could be due for

a breakout moment. If Georgia can establish play-action early,

look for Branch to get loose on a deep shot or screen designed to

exploit his open-field ability.

NATE FRAZIER (RB, #3) - Frazier continues to emerge as one of

Georgia’s most flexible offensive weapons. His 11-yard reception

against Kentucky showcased his ability to contribute in both

the rushing and passing game. Expect Georgia to use Frazier in

creative ways–especially against Auburn’s aggressive linebackers.

His quick cuts and hands make him a natural option for swing

passes. In a game that could hinge on sustaining drives, Frazier’s

versatility could be critical.

CJ ALLEN (LB, #3) - Few players embodied Georgia’s defensive

identity against Kentucky like C.J. Allen. The linebacker was

everywhere–totaling six tackles, a sack, two tackles for a loss, and

forcing and recovering a fumble. That kind of production makes

him one of the most dangerous defenders in the SEC. Against

Auburn’s run-heavy offense, Allen’s sideline-to-sideline range and

physical tackling will be crucial. If he can disrupt Auburn’s tempo

and limit quarterback scrambles, Georgia’s defense will stay in

control. Don’t be surprised if Allen makes another game-changing

play.

JORDAN HALL (DT, #44) - One of Georgia’s most important

BY JEFF DANTZLER

Gordon Beckham, one of Georgia’s greatest baseball

players of all-time, was the 2008 SEC Player of the

Year, Academic Player of the Year, All-American and

1st round pick of the White Sox.

Georgia had three All-American golfing greats

playing in the Ryder Cup, with both Harris English

and Russell Henley representing Team USA, and

Sepp Straka for the Europeans.

Vince Dooley led Georgia to six SEC titles, with five

of those crowns clinched at Auburn - 1966, ‘68, ‘76,

‘80, ‘82 - while the 1981 championship was wrapped

up at home versus the Tigers.


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questions heading into Auburn is the status of Jordan Hall. The

defensive tackle left the Kentucky game with an injury, and his

status could significantly impact Georgia’s defensive front. Hall

has been instrumental in controlling gaps and anchoring the

line against the run. His ability to occupy blockers allows players

like Allen to attack freely. If Hall is healthy enough to play, his

presence will be key in limiting Auburn’s ground game–a staple

of their offensive rhythm.

GABE HARRIS JR. (OLB, #0) - Gabe Harris Jr. is quietly

becoming a name to remember. While his production has been

steady rather than flashy, Harris has shown consistent effort

setting the edge and generating pressure. Against Auburn’s

Jackson Arnold, Harris will be essential. Harris’ quickness off the

line and ability to disrupt timing could force mistakes and create

turnover opportunities.

GABE HARRIS JR.

OUTSIDE LINEBACKER


PEYTON WOODRING (PK, #91) - Peyton Woodring has been

Mr. Reliable for Georgia in the kicking game. His accuracy on

field goals and extra points provides stability, especially in

close contests. Woodring’s leg strength and composure under

the pressure of loud noise at night in Auburn could be crucial,

where every point counts in a hard-fought SEC matchup. Expect

him to be called on for both long-range attempts and key

situational kicks.

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FOOTBALL

TIGERS TO WATCH

BY: MATTHEW HERREN/BI

HUGH FREEZE (HC) - Freeze is coaching his third season with the

Tigers. In his first year, he nearly defeated No. 1 Georgia in front of a

sold-out Jordan-Hare. He now finds himself on the hot seat and in need

of a key win to keep his job. Billy Napier might have just saved his after

downing the Longhorns in The Swamp, so look for Freeze to try and do

the same this weekend.

JACKSON ARNOLD (QB #11) - After two seasons at Oklahoma, Arnold

transferred to Auburn this year and has been solid under center for the

Tigers. Though he has thrown for 846 yards and five touchdowns, he also

has five rushing touchdowns, making him a deadly quarterback for any

team to play against. Georgia has struggled to get quarterbacks on the

HUGH FREEZE

HEAD COACH

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ground this season, so keep an eye on Arnold’s ability to create backbreaking

runs against Smart’s defense.

JEREMIAH COBB (RB #23) - Alongside Arnold in the rushing game is

Cobb, who leads the team with 403 rushing yards. His number has been

called on a little less over the past few weeks, but he has two 100+ yard

rushing games under his belt this year. Look for Cobb to try and be the

first running back to find success against a stifling Georgia run defense.

ERIC SINGLETON JR (WR #1) - This junior is arguably Auburn’s best

offensive player. Georgia fans should be familiar with him after he spent

his first two years at Georgia Tech and posting over 700 receiving yards

both years during his time in Atlanta. With Georgia still trying to find their

footing in the pass game defensively, Singleton could be in for a big game

as Auburn tries to pull off the upset under the lights of Jordan-Hare.

CAM COLEMAN (WR #8) - Coleman had a strong season last year

CAM COLEMAN

WIDE RECEIVER

in his first season on the Plains with 598 receiving yards and eight

touchdowns. His explosiveness was on full display for the nation to


BY JEFF DANTZLER

The greatest player in Auburn basketball history is the

Round Mound of Rebound himself, Sir Charles Barkley,

an NBA Hall of Famer, Olympic Gold Medalist, and

All-American for the Tigers.

Tucker Frederickson was Auburn’s top player of the

1960s, SEC Player of the Year and first team All-

American in 1964, he then went on to be a Pro Bowl

fullback for the New York Giants.

Hall of Fame slugger Frank Thomas, a standout for

the Tigers in baseball and football, was a two-time

American League MVP for the White Sox, who hit a

career.301 with 521 home runs.


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see when he had 88 yards and a touchdown on just three catches in

their loss to Oklahoma. The sophomore leads the team with 15 yards

per catch, so look for Freeze to send Coleman on deep routes against

Georgia’s secondary to ignite the Tiger crowd.

XAVIER ATKINS (LB #17) - Atkins is the Tigers’ most impactful player

on defense, leading his squad with 29 tackles. After a quiet freshman

year, the sophomore has found great success on an Auburn defense

that is allowing around 16 points per game. Don’t be surprised if Atkins

flies around the field this weekend and produces key plays against

Stockton and the Bulldogs.

KEYRON CRAWFORD (DE #24) - This senior is playing in his second

season with Freeze and the Tigers after transferring in from Arkansas

State following his sophomore year. Crawford leads the Tigers’ defense

with four sacks and also has an interception and fumble recovery. Look

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for him to make noise in the Georgia backfield and possibly even force a

turnover or two.


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THE

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Georgia vs. auburn

BY: JEFF DANTZLER

1. Munson in ‘82 - Forever and always my favorite Georgia

win over Auburn came in 1982 on the Plains. The top-ranked

9-0 Bulldogs edged the 7-2 Tigers 19-14, and The Mighty Larry

Munson was at his very best. Masterful. Yes, Heisman Trophy

winner Herschel Walker of Georgia and freshman standout Bo

Jackson from Auburn were the headliners, but this game was not

on television. Unless you were there, it was all Munson. To the

Bulldog Nation, he absolutely willed us to victory. Most Dawgs

are quite familiar with the iconic Munson calls on Auburn’s last

drive, trying to break Georgia’s hearts. But Georgia held on, and

Sugar was falling from the sky. A third straight SEC championship

was clinched that magical afternoon. As an aside, at age 10, and

I’ve told this story in these pages and on the Bulldog Network

airwaves, I inadvertently had a swig of my first ever dark liquor

drink. Later that day, my parents and I went to the house of

family friends, the Bentley’s. LSU was playing at Mississippi State

on television. Heading into the day, Georgia was 5-0 in the SEC,

LSU was 4-0-1, having tied Tennessee. So even if Georgia had

lost, if LSU lost at MSU, the Dawgs would have been SEC champs.

Not that that would have been any consolation to 10-year old

me. Anyways, I was so happy that Georgia had won, and we were

enjoying a great fall afternoon in Statesboro. I have always loved

Coca Cola, it is in my blood. So I went to go take a big swig of my

dad’s coke, and it was mixed with some rocket fuel. Most likely

Wild Turkey. I recoiled in surprise and anguish. Yuck! I said. My

dad said simply, ‘that’s why you don’t drink out of other people’s

glasses.’ Even your dad’s on one of Georgia’s greatest days ever.

2. 76 ground game - The SEC championship of 1976 was

clinched in the Loveliest Village on the Plains. Georgia’s powerful

ground game, led by one of the best offensive lines in program

history, dominated the game. Running Back Kevin McLee had

a second consecutive - coming off the 41-27 comeback “Fourth

and Dumb” win over Florida - tremendous performance, and the

Dogs won 28-0. Georgia did so without completing a pass.

WAR EAGLE NOBLE!


3. Greene to Johnson - A close second to 1982 was 2002, as the

Bulldogs rallied back for a thrilling 24-21 victory that clinched

a berth in the SEC Championship Game, propelling Georgia

to the program’s first conference crown since that fateful ‘82

campaign. David Greene to Michael Johnson on fourth down

was the big play, and then the defense held. The Hilltop Grille in

Athens, home of the famous Bulldog Brunch, opened that night

incidentally. It was a long 20 years, but what a night. The Dogs of

2002 would finish 13-1 and No. 3 in the land.

4. Hoops legends of ‘80s - There were a slew of great basketball

players at both Georgia and Auburn throughout the 1980s, and

four tremendous coaches. Hugh Durham and Andy Landers

at Georgia, Sonny Smith and Joe Ciampi at Auburn. This is one

of those lists where I’m going to leave off some great names.

Amongst the best, Dominique Wilkins, James Banks, Vern

Fleming, Teresa Edwards, Janet Harris and Katrina McClain for

Georgia. Charles Barkley, Chuck Person, Ruthie Bolton and Vickie

Orr for Auburn.

5. Uga and Tiger - It is well known that Uga is the greatest

mascot in the history of the universe. But when it comes to other

famous ones in the collegiate ranks, another on the list is “Tiger,”

Auburn’s War Eagle who flies the pregame pattern throughout

Jordan-Hare Stadium before every home game on the plains.

Uga is a movie star, including an impressive showing in Midnight

in the Garden of Good and Evil. Tiger performed at the opening

ceremonies of the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics. My good

friend Mark Parkman, a proud Georgia graduate and die hard

Bulldog, was an executive with Olympics Broadcasting. Someone

in an Olympic Organizing meeting brought up wanting a bird to

possibly do a routine at the opening ceremonies. Even though

“Tiger” was at a rival school, Mark quickly said “I’ve got the

answer.” Sure enough, Tiger the War Eagle flew proudly in Salt

Lake City to help usher in the Winter Games of 2002.

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Georgia cruised to a

35-14 victory over the

Wildcats on Saturday

afternoon, marking the 16th

straight time the Bulldogs

have beaten Kentucky. Gunner

Stockton had another effective

game under center with three

total touchdowns and nearly

250 yards of total offense.

With all the preseason favorite

quarterbacks struggling to win

games for their team, Stockton

has emerged in numerous

Heisman conversations.

Though the depth chart may

not show it, Chauncey Bowens

is definitely the RB1 going

forward. With another great

showing of 15 carries and 70

yards, Bowens could be in store

for a very successful season as

the Bulldogs’ leading rusher.

The Georgia defense had their

struggles in the passing game,

but as long as points are not

being put on the board, which

they weren’t, then I think

Georgia will be fine for the time

being.

After last weekend, Kirby

Smart’s team had a choice.

They could’ve hung their heads

and let an inferior Kentucky

team force an upset scare, or

come out hot and take care

of business. Noon kicks after

a tough loss can be difficult

for a team to get up and alive

for. Give Smart and his staff

a lot of credit for getting the

Bulldogs ready and having a

no-sweat afternoon Between

the Hedges. In today’s world

of college football, you have to

keep your nose down and keep

playing through the losses, and

that’s exactly what Georgia did.

It should be clear to everyone

that the loss to Alabama will

not define this team.

Now Bulldog Nation shifts

their focus towards Hugh

Freeze and the Auburn

Tigers. It doesn’t matter what

Auburn’s record is on paper,

Jordan-Hare is arguably the

most difficult place to play in

the country. Coach Freeze is

coaching for his life down on

the Plains, and an upset win

over the Bulldogs could save

his job, at least for now. Say

what you want about the way

Freeze runs his program, but

Auburn is a lot better than

their record shows. Their only

losses of the season have been

one-score games to top ten

teams in the country, both on

the road.

The Deep South’s Oldest

Rivalry never leaves fans with

a bad experience, and I expect

this one to be a one possession

game into the fourth quarter.

Georgia is definitely the

better team, but on the road

in the SEC is anything but

a guarantee, just ask Steve

Sarkisian. I can think of so many

times where these two teams

have faced and no matter the

record, it is a slugfest until the

clock hits zero.

Hot Take of the Week:

The last time Georgia

travelled to Jordan-Hare,

Brock Bowers had a field day

against the Tigers with 157

yards on eight receptions

and a touchdown to help

the Bulldogs survive with

a 27-20 win. While Georgia

unfortunately does not have

Bowers to single-handedly

win ball games anymore, they

do have one of the most slept

on players in college football:

Zachariah Branch. When this

game comes down to the wire,

Bobo will likely rely on his

playmakers to win the game

like we saw two years ago.

I’m predicting Branch to have

over 150 yards and at least one

touchdown to help Georgia

escape Auburn with a win.

Though Branch is yet to have

over 100 receiving yards this

season, he’s well overdue for

a breakout game, and I think

it comes this weekend against

the Tigers.

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My good friend Andy Burcham, the great Voice

of the Auburn Tigers, is one of the very best

broadcasters in the business. Andy is first

class in every way, and does a great job calling

Auburn football, basketball and baseball. He’s

been a contributor to the BI for many years, and

we are always grateful for his insight.

BY JEFF DANTZLER

A VIEW FROM ...

Auburn

WITH THREE OF THE

FIRST FIVE ON THE ROAD,

INCLUDING THE FIRST TWO

SEC GAMES, IT HAS TO FEEL

GREAT TO GET BACK HOME

AFTER AN OPEN DATE?

Always great to be at Jordan-

Hare Stadium. Add the fact that

it’s a night game, and that has

become especially fabulous

and the Oldest Rivalry in the

Deep South, this will be special.

WHAT IS YOUR TAKE ON THE

BALANCE AND DEPTH OF THE

LEAGUE?

I’m not sure the SEC has ever

been this balanced. There are

no automatic wins in the SEC

anymore. Like SEC basketball

last season, I’m not sure the SEC

has ever been this strong in

football.

WHAT WOULD A WIN OVER

GEORGIA SATURDAY MEAN

FOR THE TIGERS?

Auburn hasn’t beaten Georgia

since November 11, 2017. What

was once a very even series

has become one-sided. A win

would snap a two game losing

skid and give Hugh Freeze

a signature win against an

archrival.

WHAT IS YOUR TAKE ON THE

BULLDOGS?

Very good. Fabulous on

defense, as always. In spite

of the loss to Alabama, still in

contention for a playoff spot.

DID YOU LIKE THE NEW

SCHEDULING FORMAT FOR

THE SEC WITH NINE GAMES?

When the nine SEC team

schedule was announced, the

immediate speculation was

Alabama, Georgia and perhaps

Vanderbilt for the Tigers. Some

Auburn fans were hoping

for Florida or LSU. If there’s

one alteration, I would like, it

would be getting Alabama and

Georgia off the same home

schedule one year and on the

road the next.

DO YOU LIKE “THE DEEP

SOUTH’S OLDEST RIVALRY”

WHERE IT IS NOW ON THE

SCHEDULE OR NOVEMBER?

Doesn’t bother me that the

Georgia game is earlier in

the season. I realize it’s a

change from when the game

was played until recently.

Remember the first time the

two teams played was February,

in Atlanta.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR

FAVORITE BROADCAST

MEMORIES, FROM FINAL

FOURS, TRIPS TO OMAHA

AND HUGE FOOTBALL

MOMENTS?

I’ve been incredibly blessed

getting to call and be a part of

some of the biggest moments

in Auburn history for the last

35 years …the 1989 Iron Bowl,

the first ever at Jordan-Hare

Stadium; the David Ross walk

off home run at Florida State

in the 1997 NCAA Regional;

two straight Final Fours for

Auburn Women’s Basketball;

the 1997 SEC Tournament

Title when Joe Ciampi’s team

won four games in the four

days against four teams

they lost to in the regular

season; the 2010 National

Football Championship;

An unbeaten and SEC

Championship football team

in 2004; Two SEC regular

season championships, an

SEC Tournament Title and a

Final Four for Men’s Basketball;

three trips to Omaha with

Auburn Baseball including

Super Regional wins at North

Carolina and Oregon State

in the past seven years; and,

of course, getting to see my

friend Jeff Dantzler when

Auburn and Georgia get

together.

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Alabama (-3) @ Missouri | O/U 53

Saturday, Oct. 11, Noon

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found their groove. Ty Simpson is rolling, garnering

“best QB in the country” accusations. The Bama

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NC State @ Notre Dame (-22.5) | O/U 62

Saturday, Oct. 11, 3:30PM

Notre Dame is fighting to keep their Playoff hopes

alive. After an 0-2 start, it must be perfect from here

on out for the Fighting Irish. In fact, with very little

marquee matchups on the remaining schedule,

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the CFP voters. This week, there is no question, they

will get a “statement win,” dominating the Wolfpack

in South Bend. Hunker down with the Irish to cover

the massive spread!

Oklahoma vs. Texas (-3) | O/U 42.5


I wouldn’t be shocked if we saw anything in this

game. There is very little to be expected. We have yet

to see Texas click as the preseason No. 1 Longhorns

are no longer ranked thanks to a second loss on

the year in Gainesville. The offense looked abysmal

while Arch Manning seems to be fraudulent. On the

other hand, Oklahoma is without John Mateer, their

Heisman hopeful quarterback. With two struggling

offenses and two really good defenses, hunker down

with the under! In a game when we don’t know what

to expect, I’ve got a hunch for a 16-13 type of game.

Kansas @ Texas Tech (-14) | O/U 60.5


Texas Tech has established themselves as the team

to beat in the Big 12. Kansas is a threat to that

hopeful title run. Jalon Daniels, the Jayhawks’ QB,

is healthy and playing with a chip on his shoulder.

While the Red Raiders defense is playing lights out,

the Kansas offense is looking to hum against the

No. 9 team in the country. Texas Tech’s offense is

nothing to trifle with either. I’m thinking of fireworks

in Lubbock! Hunker down with over 60.5 points in a

Big 12 shootout!

‌Michigan @ USC (-2.5) | O/U 57


The Wolverines have shown plenty of promise this

season for me to buy in. Amidst all the off the field

drama, Michigan has found their future in QB Bryce

Underwood. USC has been a team to watch as well,

but after the heartwrenching loss to Illinois, I’m not

on the Lincoln Riley’s Trojan wagon just yet. I am

on the Michigan wagon. Hunker down with the

Wolverines as they go to the Coliseum and cover the

+2.5… don’t be surprised with a Michigan win.

South Carolina @ LSU (-10.5) | O/U 43.5


I’m feeling cocky! Both LSU and South Carolina are

coming off bye weeks. LaNorris Sellers is feeling

healthier while Garrett Nussmeier is too. This is a

game that was circled before the season, but some

untimely losses for the Gamecocks and Tigers has

taken away the luster of this game in Death Valley.

I think LSU’s rushing problems are too much of an

eye sore to create a serious gap in this game. Hunker

down with South Carolina to cover +10.5 in Baton

Rouge!

ALABAMA @

MISSOURI

SAT. NOON ABC

‌

WASHINGTON ST. @

OLE MISS

SAT. 12:45PM SECN

‌

ARKANSAS @

TENNESSEE

SAT. 4:15PM SECN

‌

FLORIDA @

TEXAS A&M

SAT. 7PM ESPN

‌

GEORGIA @

AUBURN

SAT. 7:30PM ABC

All betting lines are courtesy of BetOnline.ag. All lines

are subject to change before kickoff of each game.

Lines recorded on 10/5/2025.

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BY: JEFF DANTZLER

It’s about survival and margin for error. Undefeated teams continue to buy time,

the once-beatens strive to avoid the brink and the teams with two losses who

were considered legitimate playoff contenders are on the verge. We head into the

second week of October and there are some enormous games around the country,

most notably the Red River Shootout, where the script has flipped over the last

couple of years. Penn State is in utter shock.

1. OHIO STATE - The Buckeyes are in a groove

and the defense is playing great for the Buckeyes.

They followed up an impressive win at Washington

by taking care of Minnesota. Ohio State could have a tough

challenge Saturday, visiting Illinois.

2. MIAMI - The Hurricanes have already had a

fantastic season, especially in the eyes of longtime

fans. They have impressively taken care of both Florida

and Florida State - plus South Florida. Miami is off this

week then hosts Louisville on a Friday night.

3. OREGON - The Ducks were off this past Saturday

and got to savor their thrilling win at Penn State.

Dan Lanning, off the Kirby Smart coaching tree, has

done an outstanding job in Eugene. The Ducks get Indiana in an

undefeated battle Saturday in Autzen.

4. OLE MISS - The Rebels are rolling, and got to

savor their fantastic win over LSU this past weekend.

Ole Miss can flat out move the football and the Rebels

create negative plays on defense. Lane Kiffin’s attack turns its

attention to Washington State Saturday.

5. OKLAHOMA - Boomer Sooner is on a roll. Despite

being without QB John Mateer, the Sooners didn’t skip

a beat against Kent State. Now it’s off to Dallas for the

big battle with Texas, which has its backs to the wall. The Sooners

schedule is brutally tough.

6. TEXAS A&M - The Aggies have the makings of

a big time team. Their defense and running game

shined in a 31-9 win over Mississippi State. Texas

A&M gets rejuvenated Florida Saturday at Kyle Field, as the Gators

come in off a huge win over Texas.

7. GEORGIA TECH - The Yellow Jackets had this

past week off, and are enjoying a fantastic undefeated

start to the season. They figure to be sharp, led by

quarterback Haynes King this week, as the Jackets host Virginia

Tech. These two have played some dandies.

8. TEXAS TECH - It’s Gun’s Up for the Red Raiders,

who stand with Brigham Young as the undefeated

teams of the Big XII. Texas Tech blew away Houston

35-11 on the road, and now hosts Kansas. The Red Raiders are in a

very good spot as they dream of the CFP.

9. LSU - The Bayou Bengals had this past weekend

off, and surely that loss at Ole Miss didn’t sit well in

Baton Rouge. South Carolina heads to Tiger Stadium

this weekend as the Fightin’ Tigers aim to bounce

back. The offense is trying to find its way.

10. ALABAMA - The Crimson Tide pulled away

from tough Vanderbilt to improve to 4-1 on the

season. They have a very tough game coming up

Saturday in Columbia against the strong, undefeated

Missouri Tigers. Mizzou is a perfect 5-0 and was off this week.

11. GEORGIA - The Bulldogs had a nice bounce

back win over Kentucky, defeating the Wildcats 35-14

Between the Hedges to make it 4-1 on the campaign.

Kirby Smart is the best in the business. His Dogs will have a huge

challenge Saturday night at Auburn.

12. MEMPHIS - The Tigers absolutely pummeled

Tulsa 45-7 and now sit at 6-0 and 2-0 in the American.

Memphis, Navy and North Texas are all undefeated in

the league. The Tigers can enjoy an undefeated open date, and

head to UAB the following Saturday.

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Old & In The Way

After a week of soul-searching, Georgia

football reasserted itself in a 35-14

victory over Kentucky that felt more like

therapy than a dominant performance.

Coming off the emotional sting of

the Alabama loss, this was the kind of

performance that steadied the ship and

reminded everyone that the season’s

goals remain squarely within reach. That

is especially true with the upsets in league

play this past week.

The game wasn’t about a gaudy box

score or fireworks in the passing game. It

was about leadership, toughness and a

quarterback willing to take hits in pursuit

of victory. Gunner Stockton didn’t just

guide Georgia’s offense—he embodied

the resilience that has defined the program

under Kirby Smart.

Losses under Coach Smart are rare

enough that when they happen, they tend

to echo. The defeat by Alabama a week

earlier reopened old wounds for fans and

coaches alike. It wasn’t just that Georgia lost;

it was that the Dawgs looked momentarily

ordinary. This week’s response was a test of

character as much as it was a test of talent.

The first quarter carried some nervous

energy as Kentucky hit Georgia with a quick

jab of tempo and physical running. But from

the moment Stockton lowered his shoulder

on a third-and-six scramble to move the

chains early in the second quarter, the tone

shifted.

Georgia’s offense began to rediscover

its rhythm, not through flash, but through

grit and determination. Offensive

coordinator Mike Bobo dialed back the

exotic formations and focused on physical

football—inside zone runs, tight end

motion, and quick reads that allowed

Stockton to play free and decisive.

What separated this game was the

quarterback’s presence. Gunner Stockton

looked less like a guy managing an offense

and more like a man on a mission. His

jersey told the story by night’s end—grassstained,

scuffed, and symbolic of a player

willing to sacrifice. On multiple drives,

Stockton extended plays with his legs,

ducking blitzers, taking hits, and popping

back up. His sideline interactions showed

fire; he barked

encouragement,

slapped helmets,

and rallied the

huddle after nearmisses.

His Bulldogs

responded!

There’s something

contagious about

that kind of resolve.

It doesn’t show up

in passing yards

or completion

percentages, but

it seeps into the

collective heartbeat

of a team. After

Alabama, Georgia

needed a tonesetter

more than

a stat-stuffer, and

Stockton gave them

exactly that.

The offensive

line, which had

been shuffled and

scrutinized after

the loss, took a

significant step

forward. That

allowed the running

backs to finally

get back into their

downhill rhythm.

Georgia’s run game

forced Kentucky’s

BY GREG POOLE

DAWGS GET BACK ON TRACK BEHIND GUNNER STOCKTON’S GRIT!

linebackers to respect the box, which

opened the middle for Stockton to hit short

and intermediate throws.

The defense, too, answered the bell.

Kentucky’s offense tried early to establish

the run behind a veteran offensive line, but

Georgia’s front seven quickly smothered

that plan. Kentucky’s few big plays came

on misdirection and desperation throws.

The secondary played disciplined football.

Kentucky found no consistent success

attacking downfield, and their frustration

boiled over with a costly unsportsmanlike

penalty late in the third quarter that

essentially sealed the outcome. It wasn’t

just that Georgia’s defense played well—it

played with pride again.

Kirby Smart’s demeanor this week

revealed everything about the state

of this program’s mental health. There

was no panic, no finger pointing, just

a quiet determination to get back to

the fundamentals that built Georgia

into a powerhouse. In his postgame

comments, Smart praised the toughness

of his quarterback and the buy-in of his

players after what could have been a

demoralizing week. For all the external

noise about Georgia’s dynasty wobbling,

the Bulldogs responded in the most Kirby

Smart way possible—with toughness,

physicality, and unity.

The defining sequence came midway

through the third quarter. Facing third and

goal at the Kentucky eight, Stockton dropped

back, scanned his reads, and saw nothing.

Without hesitation, he tucked the ball and

charged through a pair of Wildcat defenders,

spinning off one and diving headfirst toward

the pylon. He came up just short, but the

sideline erupted anyway. That play, as much as

any touchdown, captured the night’s essence.

It was about willpower, not glamour. It was

the moment every Georgia player seemed to

remember that being a Bulldog isn’t about

style—it’s about strain.

The win over Kentucky doesn’t erase the

Alabama loss, but it rebalances the season.

Georgia moves forward with renewed

confidence and a clearer sense of direction.

The offense has rediscovered its physical

core, the defense is back to dictating

terms, and Gunner Stockton has officially

cemented himself as the emotional engine

of this team.

This was Georgia football back in its

natural state: bruised but unbowed,

bloodied but better for it. The Alabama loss

may have lit the fire, but Gunner Stockton

and his teammates just doused it with

gasoline.


KEVIN BUTLER’S

PLAYERS OF THE GAME

COMPILED BY HAMILTON CULPEPPER

OFFENSIVE PLAYER

Dillon Bell - In 1979 we had Anita Ward entertaining the Dawg Nation with

“Ring My Bell” and Saturday was a true throwback as Dillon “Ring My” Bell

entertained the Dawg Nation more than anybody on the Georgia offense

Saturday versus Kentucky. Bell showed his true “throwback” form, leading the

Bulldogs in total offense with four receptions for 68 yards and two carries for

six yards resulting in two touchdowns. Dillon helped get Georgia its second

SEC win of the year. Whether it’s through the air or on the ground, Dillon’s

leadership and performance on the field inspires the other players to step up

and try to reach new heights. That’s the kind of leadership and performance

the Bulldogs will need to get through the toughest part of their schedule–

which all lies in front of them. Keep ringing the BELL Dawgs!

DEFENSIVE PLAYER

Justin Williams - Defense! Defense! The Texas native from Conroe stands a

tall 6-2 and is a big man at 220lbs. That size is complimented with SPEED!

Justin collected six tackles, four solo and two assists with one tackle for a

loss. As I mentioned, the speed that Williams has brings the full package

to the linebacker position, which has become the norm for University of

Georgia linebackers. Depth is the key to success for college football teams

now, and there’s no better position to have depth than at the linebacking

position. Williams is turning out to be a pleasant surprise. His speed will

be needed to track down Auburn‘s elusive quarterback in a huge game

this coming Saturday on the Plains.

SPECIAL TEAM PLAYER

Brett Thorson and London Humphreys - I say it all the time and it was

never more true than this week… special teams takes a team not one

person. The combination of Brett and London resulted in one of the plays

that changed the tempo of the game. Thorson’s 60-yard bomb to the

southwest corner at Sanford Stadium resulted in London Humphreys

knocking the ball out at the one-yard line. Brett, tremendous execution.

London, way to step in and make a game changing play in the role of

gunner taking over for an injured Talyn Taylor. Your focus on where the

ball was and how to stay out of the end zone gave our defense the boost

they needed to take over the game. The combination of Brett and London

certainly was a game changer this week.

UNSUNG HERO OF THE GAME

The Homecoming Crowd - As pageantry goes there’s nothing finer than

a Saturday in Athens in the fall when an SEC opponent comes calling.

On Saturday versus Kentucky, the homecoming crowd was the perfect

Saturday crowd, creating the perfect atmosphere for an SEC victory. The

history of Georgia, the spirit of Georgia, the alumni of the University of

Georgia all brought magic to the atmosphere on Saturday in Athens. As

we crowned a new king and queen for the class of 2025, that atmosphere

helped the Bulldogs take a closer step to putting the crown on again as

SEC champs. It’s gonna be a hard journey, but it’s much easier at home

with the best fans in the world.

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A look back at what decided the game between Georgia and Kentucky.

1ST- FUMBLE RECOVERY OF THE YEAR FOR CJ ALLEN

Linebacker CJ Allen continues to be a spark for this defense.

Against Kentucky, he forced a fumble and then jumped on

it — his first recovery of the season. That kind of hustle play

is exactly what Kirby Smart preaches, and it helped swing

momentum back to the Bulldogs. Allen’s energy and tackling

will be crucial against Auburn’s run-heavy offense.

1- INTERCEPTION THROWN IN 120 ATTEMPTS – BUT

JACKSON ARNOLD HAS THROWN ZERO

Efficiency at quarterback has been a hallmark of Georgia’s

offense this season. While the team has thrown just one

interception in 120 attempts, Jackson Arnold has yet to throw

any, keeping drives alive and minimizing turnovers. Protecting

the football will be critical in the road game at Jordan-Hare,

where every possession counts.

7- STRAIGHT WINS AGAINST AUBURN

Georgia has won seven straight games against Auburn and

could make it eight if Kirby Smart’s Bulldogs hold on this

weekend. That streak underscores Georgia’s consistency in the

rivalry and shows the preparation and discipline Smart brings

to these high-stakes matchups. Every series and every play will

matter, as Auburn looks to snap that run.

34.5 POINTS PER GAME

The Bulldogs are averaging 34.5 points per game, a mark of

offensive efficiency and balance. On the other hand, Auburn

has only allowed 16.4 points per game so far. This means

the Bulldogs will need to execute cleanly and find ways

to convert opportunities into points against a stingy Tiger

defense. The numbers suggest a clash between Georgia’s

high-powered offense and Auburn’s disciplined unit.

‌270 TOTAL YARDS ALLOWED TO KENTUCKY

Georgia’s defense didn’t just support the offense —

it dominated. Kentucky was held to 270 total yards,

highlighting the Bulldogs’ ability to limit explosive plays

and force opponents into difficult situations. That same

defensive mindset will be tested against Auburn’s versatile

attack.

425 YARDS OF OFFENSE AGAINST KENTUCKY

Georgia’s offense showed its depth last week by amassing

425 total yards against Kentucky. The Bulldogs mixed the

pass and run to move the chains efficiently, controlling the

tempo and keeping the Wildcats off balance. Maintaining

that kind of production will be essential in a matchup with

Auburn’s athletic defense.

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