Todd Gurley dominates as Georgia tops Clemson in 2014 opener

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Todd Gurley dominates as Georgia tops Clemson in 2014 opener
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On August 30, 2014, Todd Gurley led the Georgia Bulldogs to a 45-21 victory over the Clemson Tigers at Sanford Stadium. Gurley scored three rushing touchdowns and gained 198 yards, establishing himself as a frontrunner for the Heisman Trophy early in the season. The Bulldogs overcame an initial 21-14 deficit to score 31 unanswered points. This game marked a significant moment for Georgia fans and added to the rivalry between the teams.

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  • •Todd Gurley scores three touchdowns and rushes for 198 yards.
  • •Georgia scores 31 consecutive points after trailing 21-14.
  • •The matchup took place at Sanford Stadium.
  • •Clemson's kickoff team struggled against Gurley's speed.
  • •Georgia finishes the game with a decisive 45-21 victory.
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We’ve all been there. You feel like you’re sitting on top of the world. Everything’s going your way. Then, all of a sudden the skies go from clear to dark and foreboding and the whole world begins kicking you in the shins. Or, you know, somewhere else painful. Such was the experience of the Clemson […]

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