Georgia rallies past Kentucky with Robinson’s late touchdown
- Georgia overcame a sluggish start to defeat Kentucky 13-12 in Lexington.
- Branson Robinson scored a pivotal 3-yard touchdown early in the fourth quarter, giving Georgia its first lead.
- Despite outgaining Georgia, Kentucky struggled to score touchdowns, ultimately falling short in a tightly contested match.
In a closely contested game on Saturday night in Lexington, Kentucky, the top-ranked Georgia Bulldogs managed to secure a narrow victory over the Kentucky Wildcats with a final score of 13-12. The Bulldogs, who struggled throughout the match, found themselves trailing 9-3 early in the third quarter. However, a 30-yard field goal by Peyton Woodring late in the third quarter brought them within three points, setting the stage for a crucial drive. Branson Robinson's 3-yard touchdown run early in the fourth quarter marked Georgia's first lead of the game at 13-9. Despite their struggles, the Bulldogs' defense held Kentucky to field goals, preventing them from scoring a touchdown for the second consecutive week. Kentucky's Alex Raynor had a standout performance, kicking a school-record 55-yard field goal and contributing three others, but it wasn't enough to secure a win. Georgia's quarterback Carson Beck completed 15 of 24 passes for 160 yards, including a key 33-yard completion to Dominic Lovett that helped the Bulldogs gain momentum late in the game. The Wildcats, despite outgaining Georgia in total yards, were unable to capitalize in the red zone, entering it only once during the match. Looking ahead, Georgia will face a significant challenge as they prepare to visit No. 4 Alabama on September 28, while Kentucky will host Ohio in their final non-conference game before resuming SEC play. This game served as a critical moment for both teams, with Georgia needing to regain their form and Kentucky seeking to bounce back from previous disappointments.