Georgia football dominates Tennessee State in 63-3 season opening victory

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Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Georgia football dominates Tennessee State in 63-3 season opening victory
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The Georgia Bulldogs opened their 2026 campaign with a 63-3 win over the Tennessee State Tigers on Friday. Georgia controlled the game from the start, scoring on five consecutive offensive possessions to establish an early 35-0 lead. Quarterback Gunner Stockton directed the attack, completing 15 of 16 passes for 202 yards and three touchdowns. Running back Nate Frazier contributed three rushing touchdowns on four carries, while the defense limited Tennessee State to 109 total yards. The Bulldogs utilized deep rotation, allowing more than 10 players to carry the ball and over a dozen to record receptions. The team now turns its attention to a home matchup against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers on Saturday, Sept. 12.

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  • Georgia defeated Tennessee State 63-3 in the season opener.
  • Gunner Stockton threw three touchdown passes for Georgia.
  • Nate Frazier recorded three rushing touchdowns on four carries.
  • Tennessee State managed only 109 total yards of offense.
  • Georgia hosts Western Kentucky on Sept. 12 at 12:45 p.m. ET.
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Georgia football dominated Tennessee State 63-3 in their season opener as Gunner Stockton threw three touchdowns.

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