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Georgia Bulldogs dominate Mississippi State in 2017 college football matchup

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Georgia Bulldogs dominate Mississippi State in 2017 college football matchup

Summary

On September 23, 2017, the Georgia Bulldogs delivered a decisive performance against the Mississippi State Bulldogs, winning 31-3 at Sanford Stadium. The game showcased Georgia’s offensive prowess with Jake Fromm contributing a 59-yard touchdown pass to Terry Godwin and Nick Chubb scoring two rushing touchdowns. This victory marked a key moment in Georgia's season, highlighting their potential amidst early skepticism about their consistency after a previous win against Notre Dame. The result underscored Mississippi State's struggles under head coach Dan Mullen, who would depart for Florida following the season.

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•Georgia scores 31 points while holding Mississippi State to 3
•Jake Fromm connects with Terry Godwin for 59-yard TD
•Nick Chubb rushes for two touchdowns during the game
•Georgia leads 14-3 at halftime
•Mullen’s Mississippi State loses four games that season

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2017 may not have ended with the raising of a championship trophy for the Georgia Bulldogs, but it will never not be special. It harkened the arrival of what the current level of the Georgia football program is today. For sure, it had plenty of moments that still stand out, and you can probably start […]
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