Georgia defeats Tennessee State 63-3 in college football season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 2:01 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

The Georgia Bulldogs opened their college football season with a 63-3 victory over Tennessee State at Sanford Stadium. Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton completed 15 of 16 passes for 202 yards and three touchdowns to lead an offense that accumulated 660 total yards. The Bulldogs' rushing attack contributed 272 yards, headlined by running back Nate Frazier who scored three touchdowns on four carries. Fifteen different players recorded at least one reception during the contest, and backup quarterback Ryan Puglisi added a touchdown pass in relief. The Bulldogs now look ahead to a matchup against Western Kentucky on September 12th. Western Kentucky enters that game following a 49-14 loss to Nevada.
- •Georgia defeated Tennessee State 63-3 to open the college football season.
- •Gunner Stockton threw for 202 yards and three touchdowns.
- •Nate Frazier rushed for 72 yards and three scores on four attempts.
- •The Georgia offense totaled 660 yards against the Tennessee State defense.
- •Georgia plays Western Kentucky next on September 12th.
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Gunner Stockton and the Georgia offense thrive vs. Tennessee State
"Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton led a dominant 63 to 3 victory over Tennessee State to open the college season.
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