Kirby Smart finally has his regular-season win over Alabama
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It took until his 11th season as Georgia’s head coach, but Kirby Smart has finally beaten Alabama in the regular season.
Yes, he has beaten Alabama in a National Championship Game and an SEC Championship Game, but he hadn’t beaten the program in the regular season until now. Georgia’s 20-17 win over Alabama on Saturday was his first in that department and Georgia’s first win in Tuscaloosa since 2007.
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Georgia is now 6-0 to start the season and will likely be the No. 1 team in the country on Sunday since Texas lost to Oklahoma.
How Georgia got the win
Georgia trailed 14-10 at halftime, prompting defensive adjustments. Those adjustments worked perfectly, and Georgia outscored Alabama 10-3 in the second half to win by a field goal.
Quarterback Gunner Stockton finished with 249 yards through the air, one touchdown, and one interception. He also added a touchdown on the ground.
Yes, Georgia got away with some blatant pass interference late in the fourth quarter, but sometimes you need a little luck to go your way.
Georgia will try to move to 7-0 next Saturday when Auburn travels to Athens. Kickoff will be at 3:30 p.m. ET.
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