Gunner Stockton leads Georgia as they prepare for Alabama clash
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 3:46 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Georgia faces Alabama on Saturday in a pivotal SEC match, with both teams opting not to pursue quarterback upgrades this summer. Gunner Stockton, leading the Bulldogs, ranks first in the nation in completion percentage at 75.5%, with 1,049 passing yards and 13 touchdowns through five games this season. Despite his strong performance, questions remain regarding his ability to sustain success against tougher defenses. The matchup is anticipated to be a crucial test for both teams, especially for Stockton, as they vie for a potential College Football Playoff spot.
- •Georgia ranks first in scoring at 51.4 points per game.
- •Gunner Stockton has 1,049 passing yards and just one interception this season.
- •Both teams have opted against using the transfer portal for quarterback upgrades.
- •Georgia's offense has shown significant improvement in explosive plays this season.
- •The game takes place on Saturday in Tuscaloosa.
- 3:46 PMCBS Sports — Georgia didn't need a flashy portal QB upgrade -- the Bulldogs already had Gunner Stockton at home
"The Bulldogs have stuck with Stockton for two summers and he's proved that to be a wise decision
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