Athens, GA
Sep 9, 2023
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The Georgia Bulldogs orchestrated a complete performance to dominate the Ball State Cardinals with a 45-3 rout, showcasing their prowess on both offense and defense. Lead by quarterback Carson Beck, who had a stellar day with 283 passing yards and two touchdowns, Georgia's offense was virtually unstoppable. The special teams delivered a critical blow early when Mekhi Mews returned a punt 69 yards for a touchdown, igniting the home crowd at Sanford Stadium.
Not to be outdone, Georgia's defense was impenetrable, forcing multiple turnovers and holding Ball State to just a single field goal in the fourth quarter. The Cardinals, despite a valiant effort, couldn't find any rhythm against the Bulldogs' relentless defense. Cornerbacks Malaki Starks and Tykee Smith each notched interceptions, further demoralizing an already beleaguered Ball State offense. Ultimately, the Bulldogs' depth and talent were too overwhelming, securing a statement win before an enthusiastic crowd.
Mekhi Mews (Georgia Bulldogs)
Mekhi Mews electrified the crowd with a 69-yard punt return for a touchdown early in the second quarter, showcasing Georgia's special teams' prowess and setting the tone for the rest of the game.
Carson Beck (Georgia Bulldogs)
Carson Beck found Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint in the endzone with a precise 7-yard touchdown pass, extending Georgia's lead and demonstrating Beck's accuracy and poise under pressure.
Dillon Bell (Georgia Bulldogs)
Dillon Bell took a handoff and dashed 21 yards for a touchdown, further demoralizing the Ball State defense and underpinning Georgia's dominating ground game.
Peyton Woodring (Georgia Bulldogs)
Peyton Woodring nailed a 35-yard field goal, adding to the Bulldogs' imposing lead and showcasing the reliability of their special teams unit.
Malaki Starks (Georgia Bulldogs)
Malaki Starks intercepted a pass, halting Ball State's offensive push and swinging the momentum firmly in Georgia's favor.
Tykee Smith (Georgia Bulldogs)
Tykee Smith intercepted a Ball State pass, setting up another scoring opportunity for Georgia and underscoring the Bulldogs' defensive dominance.
Cash Jones (Georgia Bulldogs)
Cash Jones hauled in a 27-yard touchdown pass from Carson Beck, adding another seven points and deepening Ball State's woes.
Roderick Robinson II (Georgia Bulldogs)
Roderick Robinson II rushed for a 12-yard touchdown, capping another efficient scoring drive for the Bulldogs and cementing their dominant performance.
Jackson Courville (Ball State Cardinals)
Jackson Courville put Ball State on the scoreboard with a 27-yard field goal, giving the Cardinals a small consolation amid a tough day.
Carson Beck (Georgia Bulldogs, QB)
Beck was at his best, completing 23 of his 30 passes for 283 yards and two touchdowns, steering the Bulldogs' offense with precision and poise.
Mekhi Mews (Georgia Bulldogs, WR/PR)
Mews energized the Bulldogs with a spectacular 69-yard punt return for a touchdown, and also made key contributions in the passing game.
Dillon Bell (Georgia Bulldogs, WR)
Bell was a versatile weapon, rushing for a 21-yard touchdown and providing consistent gains on the ground for Georgia.
Malaki Starks (Georgia Bulldogs, DB)
Starks showed his defensive mettle with a critical interception that halted a Ball State drive, cementing his role as a defensive cornerstone.
Tykee Smith (Georgia Bulldogs, DB)
Smith mirrored his teammate’s performance with a pivotal interception, setting up a scoring opportunity and underlining the defensive dominance.
Aljareek Malry (Ball State Cardinals, DB)
Malry provided a rare bright spot for the Cardinals, intercepting a pass and returning it 45 yards, offering a glimpse of hope for his team.
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