Georgia Holds Off Ole Miss in High-Scoring SEC Battle
Georgia defeated Ole Miss 43-35 in Week 8, with the Bulldogs pulling away in the fourth quarter. The home team covered the 7.5-point spread in a game that exceeded the over-under of 56.5 points.
Georgia dominated the second quarter, scoring 17 points to build momentum. Gunner Stockton led the Bulldogs' offense with 289 passing yards, while Nate Frazier rushed for 72 yards. A key second-quarter touchdown pass from Stockton to Lawson Luckie helped establish Georgia's advantage.
Ole Miss stayed competitive throughout, particularly in the third quarter. De'Zhaun Stribling was the game's leading receiver with 96 yards, including a spectacular 75-yard touchdown reception from Trinidad Chambliss in the third period. However, Ole Miss managed only 14 second-half points while Georgia scored 23, deciding the contest.
The game featured significant momentum swings, with 14 lead changes and a maximum win probability swing of 41.4 percent. Georgia's defense made crucial plays in the third quarter to slow Ole Miss's offensive rhythm. The fourth quarter proved decisive, as Georgia outscored Ole Miss 17-0 to seal the victory.
AI-generated recap · Aug 8, 2026
| Team | 1Q | 2Q | 3Q | 4Q | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 14 | 14 | 0 | 35 | |
| 3 | 17 | 6 | 17 | 43 |
Scoring Timeline
Drive Chart
Box Score
| Statistic | Ole Miss | Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Passing | 19-36 | 26-31 |
| Pass Yards | 263 | 289 |
| Rush Yards | 88 | 221 |
| Total Yards | 351 | 510 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| 3rd Down | 5-9 | 6-11 |
| Penalties | 4-40 | 3-37 |
| Possession | 22:21 | 37:39 |
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