Georgia Bulldogs dominate Boise State Broncos in 2005 opener
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Georgia Bulldogs defeated Boise State Broncos 48-13 at Sanford Stadium on September 3, 2005. The Bulldogs, coming off two SEC title game appearances, showcased a strong performance led by DJ Shockley, who set a school record with six total touchdown passes. Boise State struggled offensively, with quarterback Jared Zabransky throwing multiple interceptions, failing to score until the third quarter. This game established Georgia's momentum for the season, indicating Boise State's challenges against ranked opponents. Georgia later claimed the SEC title in December and Boise State finished the season with a 9-4 record.
- •Georgia wins 48-13 against Boise State
- •DJ Shockley sets a school record with six touchdowns
- •Boise State trails until the third quarter
- •Georgia's defense intercepts Zabransky multiple times
- •Bulldogs later capture the SEC title
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"So after two SEC title game appearances in three years, how did Georgia spend the 2005 college football offseason? As a trendy prediction to lose to an upstart. With mega-stars like David Greene, David Pollack and Fred Gibson having just graduated, holes had to be filled in a hurry – and that will had to […]
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