The Georgia Bulldogs’ 28-10 loss to Ole Miss hurts. The Bulldogs are going to have to fight and claw to make the College Football Playoff. Since they are unlikely to make an SEC championship game appearance, they’ll probably have to play in the first round of the playoff.
Georgia did not play well offensively against Ole Miss. Georgia had another three-turnover performance and scored just three points that weren’t off turnovers. Georgia’s defense showed up some, but was not dominant as Ole Miss whooped Georgia.
Who are our top winners and losers from Georgia’s loss at Ole Miss?
Loser: Georgia’s trust in Carson Beck
Georgia is attempting an insane number of screen passes. The Bulldogs are no longer throwing the ball vertically as often, and opposing defenses are teeing off on Carson Beck. Beck’s lone interception was a batted ball, but Saturday was another example of Beck not performing well when the opposing pass rush is putting pressure on him.
Winner: Georgia’s red-zone defense
The Bulldogs forced five Ole Miss field goals and allowed just two touchdowns, which helped keep the game close. Georgia allowed a touchdown on Ole Miss’ first red-zone trip, but the Dawgs toughened from there.
Loser: Running back Nate Frazier
Georgia freshman running back Nate Frazier ran the ball effectively at times against Ole Miss. He totaled 12 carries for 47 yards and one touchdown, but he coughed up a pair of fumbles, which will put any running back in the doghouse.
Loser: Left tackle Earnest Greene
Look away, Georgia fans. Earnest Greene’s performance against Ole Miss was not pretty. He has to protect Carson Beck’s blindside better for Georgia to make noise this season. Georgia had allowed nine sacks entering the Ole Miss game. The Rebels accumulated five, and many of them were Greene’s fault. Georgia’s pass blocking prevented UGA from getting much of an offensive rhythm.
Winner: Safety Dan Jackson
Georgia safety Dan Jackson continues generating turnovers. His first quarter interception came as a result of linebacker Jalon Walker’s pressure on Ole Miss. Jackson is creating havoc and is having the best season of his UGA career.
