Georgia defeats Western Kentucky 70-20 at Sanford Stadium

Georgia defeated Western Kentucky 70-20 at Sanford Stadium on September 12, 2026. The Bulldogs established an early lead, scoring 14 points within the first four offensive plays of the game. Gunner Stockton recorded five touchdowns during the first half of the contest, setting a career high for the quarterback. Ryan Puglisi added a 70-yard touchdown run, while Dwight “Peanut” Phillips, Bo Walker, and Nick Peal combined for 59 rushing yards. Despite the margin of victory, head coach Kirby Smart expressed concern regarding the defensive performance of the reserve players, who surrendered two second-half touchdowns. Georgia begins SEC conference play next week.

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