Offensive Player

Zachariah Branch – Zachariah performs as if he is still in Las Vegas. He’s flashy, spectacular to watch, elusive as winning at blackjack and more importantly, he’s a bulldog that is producing. The 5’10” 180-pound junior has been everything the Bulldogs expected him to be, and he did it once again Saturday versus Auburn. Branch recorded nine receptions for 57 yards with a long of 13 that electrified the offense and propelled Georgia to a victory. We know Zachariah is dangerous, and he showed it with one kick off return for 24 yards which gave the Bulldogs a good starting position against a stingy Auburn defense. We will need ZB this weekend against Ole Miss, and he can match the Rebels’ offensive production, which is something we’re getting used to.

Defensive Player

CJ Allen – As we see number three in the middle of our defense, there’s a nice, warm, fuzzy feeling that I get. Seeing another Georgia linebacker perform like CJ Allen did Saturday night on the planes is a very comforting vision. The junior from Barnesville, Georgia continues to dominate in the middle for the Bulldogs. CJ recorded 10 tackles, six solo tackles, one sack, two tackles for a loss and the whipped cream on top… a pass deflection. When Georgia needed a big play CJ responded. Our defense tightened up in the second half, and now we need CJ to kickstart the Bulldogs defense against the Ole Miss Rebels. No need to wait until the second half this week kids, it might be too late if we do. Lead us to victory CJ!

Special team Player

The whole special teams unit – When you get to this point in the season, special teams can easily be defined; successful or a problem. The University of Georgia, once again, is producing when the special teams have been performing at a high level. Our kickoff team has virtually nullified any return, giving our defense a consistent starting position. Our punt team and the net punt average is superior. Zachariah Branch and our punt return team are dangerous and must be recognized by any of our opponents. Our kickoff team is ready to make an explosive play at any time. Peyton Woodring and our field goal team is as good as there is in the business. And you best believe, we can block a field goal when needed. At this point in the season I’m giving our special teams an A+. Let’s go for another perfect execution this Saturday against the Rebels!

Unsung Hero of the Game

When your opponent picks you to retire one of their great player’s jerseys, you need to take that as a slap in the face. That is almost as bad as being picked for the homecoming game by your opponent. That’s where Georgia found itself Saturday night against Auburn. That motivation came at halftime when Georgia looked lethargic, almost as if they wanted to watch the ceremony too. But the Bulldogs took it as a slap in the face, and went out and dominated an Auburn team that only could hope Cam Newton would put his jersey back on. There’s no way his jersey could fit over that Hat, so Auburn was left to defend themselves which they just could not do. Thank you Auburn for trying to celebrate against Georgia who now owns the town of Auburn as Georgia extended their streak to nine victories in a row.