Georgia football starts 2026 season with victory over Tennessee State

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Georgia football starts 2026 season with victory over Tennessee State
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The Georgia Bulldogs opened the 2026 season with a decisive 63-3 victory against Tennessee State on September 5. Led by quarterback Gunnar Stockton, the team returns seven starters on offense and eight on defense, aiming to build on a roster of experienced players. The defense features seniors Raylen Wilson, Jordan Hall, and Gabe Harris Jr., alongside junior linebackers KJ Bolden and Ellis Robinson IV. Junior running backs Nate Frazier and Chauncey Bowens return following their all-conference selections last season. The Bulldogs continue their schedule on September 12 against Western Kentucky at home. The team's remaining regular-season schedule includes upcoming matchups against Alabama, Florida, and Missouri before concluding with the SEC Championship game in December.

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  • Georgia defeated Tennessee State 63-3 in the season opener.
  • Quarterback Gunnar Stockton leads an offense returning seven starters.
  • Eight starters return to the Georgia defensive unit.
  • The Bulldogs play Western Kentucky on September 12 at 12:45 p.m.
  • The 2026 schedule includes upcoming matchups against Alabama, Florida, and Missouri.
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Georgia opened its season with a 63-3 win over Tennessee State.

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