Kirby Smart (HC) – Fresh off defeating the Auburn Tigers for the ninth straight time, Coach Smart and the Bulldogs return to Sanford Stadium for a top ten matchup with Lane Kiffin and the Rebels. Smart’s team has faced a lot of adversity this year, but now finds themself back atop the college football world with a chance to down Ole Miss in front of a rejuvenated Georgia fanbase. Smart will be looking to avenge last year’s 28-10 loss in Oxford.

Gunner Stockton (QB #14) – The Bulldogs’ quarterback was serviceable through the air against Auburn, but was most effective in the run game. With just one interception on the year, Stockton has continued to protect the football for Bobo’s offense. Stockton will need to continue his consistent play as his team faces an Ole Miss team that can put up points in a hurry.

Chauncey Bowens (RB #33) – Bowens and the Georgia running back room faced a stiff challenge against Auburn’s rush defense, but this weekend’s matchup with the Rebels could see the group go for a huge game. The Ole Miss defense is allowing nearly 160 rushing yards per game. Look for Georgia’s rushing attack led by Bowens to have a field day on the ground against a weak Rebel front.

Colbie Young (WR #8) – Though his number was not called on that much, Young continued to be a security route for Stockton against Auburn with 53 yards on four receptions. With lots of attention being put on Branch, Young will likely find himself with many opportunities for chunk plays if Bobo dials them up.

Dillon Bell (WR #86) – Bell did not record a reception in last week’s win over Auburn, but his presence on the field during critical plays shows that the team trusts this senior when the team needs him most. In his most recent game Between the Hedges, Bell recorded 68 receiving yards and two rushing touchdowns. With his days in Athens coming to a close, Bell can provide the Bulldogs with key plays through the air and on the ground during one of his last few games in front of the Bulldawg Nation.

CJ Allen (LB #3) – This future NFL star was Georgia’s most impactful defensive player in Auburn game with 10 tackles, including a sack and two tackles for a loss. This weekend, he will have the task of leading the Bulldogs against one of the most explosive offenses in the game. Look for Allen to keep his strong play going and try and keep whoever starts for the Rebels under center from lighting up the scoreboard.

KJ Bolden (DB #4) – The sophomore and his fellow defensive backs were impressive last weekend against Auburn’s wide receivers, limiting their duo of Coleman and Singleton Jr. to just 64 yards combined. This weekend’s matchup with Ole Miss features three receivers with over 300 yards on the year, so Bolden will need to buckle down when Kiffin dials up the deep ball in an effort to silence Sanford Stadium.

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In Georgia’s 33-10 victory over Ole MIss in 1982, Kevin Butler hit a 59-yard field goal, the Bulldogs intercepted seven passes and Herschel Walker became the SEC’s career rushing leader.

In a top ten showdown in 2023, Georgia beat Ole Miss 52-17, as Kendall Milton and Daijun Edwards each ran for two TDs, while Ladd McConkey and Brock Bowers had scoring receptions.

Georgia’s Southeastern Conference champions of 2002 defeated Ole Miss 31-17 Between the Hedges, with Tim Jennings picking off Eli Manning and returning the interception for a TD.