Game between No. 2 Georgia and No. 10 Ole Miss paused due to fan unrest

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Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Game between No. 2 Georgia and No. 10 Ole Miss paused due to fan unrest
Summary

The matchup between No. 2 Georgia and No. 10 Ole Miss was interrupted late in the first half on November 8, 2026, due to fans throwing trash onto the field following a defensive pass interference call on Ole Miss defensive back Jaylon Braxton. The decision came while Georgia was leading 21-0 and driving down the field. Following the delay, which lasted about six minutes, Georgia extended its lead to 28-0 with a 15-yard touchdown run by quarterback Gunner Stockton. The incident resulted in multiple announcements from the PA team as stadium officials worked to restore order.

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  • •The game was paused for about six minutes due to fan protests.
  • •Georgia had a 21-0 lead when the delay occurred.
  • •Jaylon Braxton was penalized for defensive pass interference.
  • •Gunner Stockton scored another touchdown after play resumed.
  • •Repeated announcements were made to control the situation.
Latest Updates
  • 2:33 AMYahoo Sports — Georgia-Ole Mis trash delay, explained: Rebel fans throw debris on field after pass interference call
  • 2:32 AMYahoo Sports — Trash flies as Ole Miss fans rage over controversial calls vs. Georgia
  • 2:09 AMYahoo Sports — No. 2 Georgia-No. 10 Ole Miss game delayed as Rebel fans throw trash onto the field after DPI call
What they're saying
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Ole Miss fans were furious with the refs, throwing enough trash on the field to delay the game against Georgia.

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Saturday night's game in Oxford was delayed nearly six minutes as a result.

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Georgia took a 28-0 lead shortly after play resumed.

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