Georgia Bulldogs reflect on Roquan Smith's performance in 2018 Rose Bowl
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 2:56 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
As part of a nostalgic look at Georgia football history, the spotlight falls on Roquan Smith's standout performance in the 2018 Rose Bowl against Oklahoma. Smith, who was named the nation's top defender that season, recorded a team-leading 11 tackles, significantly impacting the game. The match, considered one of the most memorable in Georgia's history, featured high stakes and dramatic moments. The Bulldogs triumphed with a thrilling overtime finish, bolstered by key plays from Smith and other teammates.
- •Roquan Smith had 11 tackles in the 2018 Rose Bowl.
- •The game featured significant plays from other key players.
- •Georgia won the match in overtime against Oklahoma.
- •The Rose Bowl is a highlight in Georgia's modern football history.
- •Smith's performance contributed to his Butkus Award win.
- 2:56 AMYahoo Sports — The Morning Memory: Roquan, Roquan Everywhere
"Welcome to the Morning Memory, in which we take a brief stroll down Bulldog memory lane to look back at a special moment from UGA football history. I think I could make a compelling argument that the 2018 Rose Bowl against Oklahoma was no lower than the third most memorable Georgia football game of the […]
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