On Saturday, October 19, the Georgia Bulldogs beat the Texas Longhorns in college football, 30-15. At the time of the game, the Longhorns were undefeated and ranked first in the SEC football league. So far this season, Georgia has won five games and lost one to the University of Alabama. Both the Bulldogs and the Longhorns were trying to demonstrate their ability to gain and keep the #1 seed, respectively.
Georgia dominated early in the game, building a commanding 16-0 halftime lead against the previously undefeated Longhorns. Quinn Ewers was the starting quarterback for Texas, but after early offensive struggles, Texas coach Steve Sarkisian made a temporary switch to Arch Manning. Arch Manning is the freshman nephew of the legendary NFL quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning. Manning’s stint lasted two drives before Ewers returned in the second half.
Georgia started senior Carson Beck. Despite throwing three interceptions, Beck made crucial plays when needed. A notable sequence came late in the third quarter when Beck connected with Arian Smith for a 21-yard gain from his own 10-yard line. Beck has drawn up major Heisman Trophy buzz, being rumored as one of the main contenders.
Overall, the win reinforces Georgia’s status as a national championship contender while showing that the Longhorns are not invincible.
