Georgia edges Alabama 20-17 for Kirby Smart's first regular-season win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 3:52 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Georgia defeated Alabama 20-17 on Saturday in Tuscaloosa, marking Kirby Smart's first regular-season victory over the program in his 11 seasons as head coach. Georgia, now 6-0 this season, trailed 14-10 at halftime but made successful defensive adjustments to outscore Alabama 10-3 in the second half. Quarterback Gunner Stockton threw for 249 yards with one touchdown and added another rushing touchdown. This win also marks Georgia's first victory in Tuscaloosa since 2007. The Bulldogs will face Auburn next Saturday in Athens at 3:30 p.m. ET.
- •Georgia improves to 6-0 this season.
- •Gunner Stockton passes for 249 yards and scores two touchdowns.
- •Georgia's last win in Tuscaloosa was in 2007.
- •Next game for Georgia is against Auburn on October 14.
- 3:52 AMYahoo Sports — Kirby Smart finally has his regular-season win over Alabama
"Georgia head coach Kirby Smart got that regular-season win over Alabama on Saturday.
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