Georgia Bulldogs overpower Florida Gators in memorable 1997 game
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In a significant college football matchup on November 1, 1997, the Georgia Bulldogs defeated the Florida Gators 37-17 in Jacksonville. Robert Edwards led the Bulldogs with 124 rushing yards and four touchdowns, while Kirby Smart contributed with two interceptions. This game marked a turning point for Georgia, as they broke a seven-game losing streak against the Gators, who were defending national champions at the time. The victory stands out as a highlight of head coach Jim Donnan's tenure in Athens.
- •Georgia Bulldogs defeated Florida Gators 37-17 on November 1, 1997.
- •Robert Edwards rushed for 124 yards and scored four touchdowns.
- •Kirby Smart intercepted two passes during the game.
- •This win ended a seven-game losing streak for Georgia against Florida.
- •The Gators were defending national champions at the time.
- 9:19 AMYahoo Sports — The Morning Memory: Bobo and Edwards skin the Gators
"I’m a simple man. I like to start my day with a good cup of coffee. Maybe a nice stack of pancakes. And a video of the Florida Gators getting beaten like a set of bongos. 1997 came squarely in the middle of a long stretch of utter torment for Bulldog fans in Jacksonville.It’s difficult […]
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