Now that G Day 2024 has passed, the Red squad has defeated the Black 20-20. Alternatively, perhaps it went the opposite way. I’ll only state that on this particular day, the Dawgs were unbeaten.
CJ Allen appears to be as bit as speedy and aggressive as he was in his outstanding rookie campaign. He made an outstanding play in the first half when he intercepted Carson Beck by reading the quarterback’s eyes and squaring up to make the grab.
A Bulldog starting quarterback’s spring game record must be 45 passes completed by Carson Beck. I don’t know if I would have predicted that he would throw the ball on 75% of Georgia’s offensive plays this year.
However, I anticipate that if Kirby Smart needs to score points, he won’t take the ball from his seasoned gunslinger.
Beck could have actually faced the toughest defense of the season today. After a few teething troubles in 2023, the first team unit is rich in seasoned players across the board.
That Dominic Lovett touchdown catch still amazes me. It is highly likely that he will have a significant year.
The ability of Trevor Etienne to intercept passes coming out of the backfield will be useful. For the future, remember that.
Colbie Young made a few difficult catches, including one for a score, and appeared to be just as terrific as promised.
With enough size and strength to play tight end on the goal line, Young has the potential to develop into another Javon Wims-type receiver.
Roderick Robinson reportedly sought to improve his physical conditioning and speed while retaining his strength throughout the winter. He ran hard and put several defenders to the test, and he looked it. Chauncey Bowens, a freshman, and Andrew Paul both had strides. The Red and Black backfield is filled with players who are physically intimidating and whom I would never want to tackle. Kirby Smart is probably tickled by this too, as much as it makes me happy.
Xzavier McCloud of South Carolina played all day with a terrific motor, recording three tackles and a sack. The Dawgs have a strong starting lineup in the interior with Nazir Stackhouse and Warren Brinson, as we know. On the other hand, McCloud, Jordan Hall, and Jamaal Jarrett will complete a strong seasoned front six. I believe that group has grown to a larger, more cohesive size.
It’s my opinion that moving Mykel Williams to linebacker was the appropriate decision, thus consider me a “yes” voter. With his hand in the soil, he posed a difficulty for tackles. With his size and speed going up from the second level, he is an absolute mismatch.
Another man that has killer athleticism is Gabe Harris.
It was difficult to block the 6’4 and 245-pound outside linebacker today, and it is obvious that he will play a role in the pass rush strategy this season.
It will take some time for KJ Bolden to fully understand the defense before he can play at his best. However, it’s already clear that he has the resources necessary to succeed even as a true freshman.
As the first team defense’s cornerback, Julian Humphrey started opposite Daylen Everette and is expected to hold off Daniel Harris and Ellis Robinson. Still, I would anticipate fall camp competition in the Bulldog secondary.
In the third quarter, Christen Miller left the game while clutching his shoulder, but he eventually came back. It appears that the Dawgs were lucky to escape with no major injuries, unless anything unforeseen surfaces after the game. The greatest victory of them all is that. Until then.
