Halftime Notes: Georgia vs. Oregon

Halfway through two quarters in Atlanta. Here's News and Notes for the First Half.
Halftime Notes: Georgia vs. Oregon
Halftime Notes: Georgia vs. Oregon

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The Dawgs Daily staff empties the notebook on the first half of play from Georgia versus Oregon in the season opener.

  • Georgia's first offensive drive saw the Bulldogs' offense predominantly stay in 11 and 12 personnel sets. 
  •  Georgia is playing freshman so far on defense; Mykel Williams started off the edge, while safety Malaki Starks recorded his first career interception.
  • The Georgia JUMBO package continues, as Jalen Carter plays fullback on the quarterback keeper.
  • Georgia getting Darnell Washington involved early in the passing game
  • Georgia playing in big nickel packages featuring three safeties, including Christopher Smith, Dan Jackson, and Malaki Starks.
  • Bennett playing smart in and out of the pocket, keeping his composure even in the face of pressure
  • At the end of the first quarter, Bennett already had over 100-yards passing, Georgia's leading rusher at the time was Ladd McConkey at nine yards.
  • Georgia rotated its running backs heavily on its third scoring drive; all three of its returning backs from a year ago saw carries.
  • Despite not having a sack, Georgia has gotten enough pressure on Nix to have forced two turnovers.
  • Georgia is still shuffling personnel along the offensive line; McClendon has gotten snaps at left tackle, while Amarius Mims has played at right.
  • Bennett has passed the 200-yard passing mark in the first half and has hit seven different receivers.
  • Bennett's 18 completions in the first half have tied his career high for completion in the half.

How to Watch: Georgia vs. Oregon

  • Game Day: Saturday, September 3rd, 2022.
  • Game Time: 3:30 PM ET
  • TV: ABC
  • Stadium: Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta, Georgia)
  • Live Stream on fuboTV: Start with a 7-day free trial!

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