Georgia took early control, building a 14-0 lead through rushing touchdowns from Cash Bowens and Nate Frazier in the first half. Kicker Peyton Woodring added extra points after both scores. Austin Peay responded with a field goal by C. Smith, narrowing the gap to 14-3, but Georgia maintained momentum throughout the half.
Quarterback Gunner Stockton was highly efficient for the Bulldogs, completing 10 of 11 passes for 95 yards. The running game contributed significantly, with Bowens scoring the opening touchdown and Frazier adding another. On the receiving end, T. Taylor led Georgia with 28 yards on two catches. For Austin Peay, C. Parson threw for 60 yards, but the Governors’ offense struggled against a disciplined Georgia defense.
Defensively, Georgia limited Austin Peay to just 54 total yards and forced a turnover. The Bulldogs’ defense, led by linebacker M. Smith Jr., also controlled the tempo, allowing only three first downs from the Governors. Georgia dominated possession with 12:09 minutes to Austin Peay’s 8:49 in the first half.
The matchup marks just the second meeting between these programs. In their previous encounter in 2018, Georgia won convincingly, 45-0, maintaining a perfect record over Austin Peay. The Bulldogs, under head coach Kirby Smart, have established themselves as a national powerhouse and began the 2025 campaign with a strong performance against the Governors.
Looking ahead, Georgia continues to build on its early season momentum, aiming to remain a contender in the SEC and the national title picture. Austin Peay will look to regroup as their schedule progresses.
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