Trevor Etienne powered No. 5 Georgia to a 31-13 win over Auburn with two rushing touchdowns, helping the Bulldogs bounce back after their first regular-season loss in four years. Georgia extended its winning streak in the Deep South’s oldest rivalry to eight games. Etienne’s scores came on a 2-yard run in the first quarter and a controversial 1-yard plunge in the third, upheld after video review. He finished with 88 yards on 16 carries, as Georgia fought past an offensively struggling Auburn team now 2-4.
Carson Beck’s two touchdown passes, including a 3-yard strike to Dillon Bell in the fourth quarter, helped Georgia secure a 31-13 win over Auburn. Jarquez Hunter’s 38-yard touchdown run cut the lead to 14-10, but Auburn’s offense couldn’t keep up. Beck, who had struggled with turnovers the previous week in a loss to Alabama, bounced back, completing 23 of 29 passes for 240 yards and two touchdowns. Georgia’s defense stifled Auburn, keeping them winless in SEC play this season.
Auburn fought hard but struggled offensively, falling short against Georgia. Payton Thorne threw for 200 yards without an interception, a positive step, though a dropped touchdown by Malcom Simmons hindered their chances. The Tigers’ defense eventually wore down, particularly after a failed fourth-down attempt ended their last serious challenge. Meanwhile, Georgia delivered a solid but unspectacular performance following their loss to Alabama, raising questions about the team’s current form. Defensive lineman Christen Miller’s knee injury adds to Georgia’s concerns heading into tougher games.
Up next:
Auburn: The Tigers have a bye next week and will return to action on October 19 with a road game at No. 9 Missouri. Missouri is likely to fall in the rankings after suffering a 41-10 loss to No. 25 Texas A&M.
-Georgia: The Bulldogs will host Mississippi State next Saturday for an SEC matchup.
