Georgia edges Alabama 20-17 in tough environment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 4:25 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Georgia defeated Alabama 20-17 in Tuscaloosa on October 10, 2026. The Bulldogs overcame challenging weather conditions and injuries to key players, showcasing impressive performances from quarterback Gunner Stockton and running back Dwight Phillips, Jr. Phillips rushed for 120 yards, while Stockton completed 18 of 22 passes for 249 yards and one touchdown. Alabama struggled on third down, converting only six of thirteen attempts, impacting their offensive rhythm. This victory marks Georgia's first regular-season win against Alabama since 2007 and could position them as the top team in the nation following Texas's loss at the Cotton Bowl.
- •Georgia plays through Hurricane Isaias in Tuscaloosa.
- •Dwight Phillips, Jr. rushes for 120 yards despite two key RB injuries.
- •Gunner Stockton records 249 passing yards and scores a touchdown.
- •Alabama struggles on third downs, converting just six of thirteen.
- •This is Georgia's first regular-season victory against Alabama since 2007.
- 4:25 AMYahoo Sports — Georgia Football Weathers the Storm Against Alabama
""It's all about execution. That is the key to victory." Georgia's Kirby Smart set the tone in his opening remarks minutes before kickoff. The game was pure Georgia football. The Dawgs weathered Hurricane Isaias and an excellent performance by Keelon Russell to knock off Alabama 20-17. It was the Dawgs' first regular-season win against Alabama …
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