Georgia vs. Vanderbilt: Halftime Report from Nashville. Dawgs on top

The season is officially underway. Here's an update on the first half in Nashville between the Dawgs and Commodores.

The Dawgs are on top big at half, in what appears to be another home game for the 2019 season. The Dawg Nation traveled and traveled well. 

First Quarter 

(7-0) The Bulldogs came out hot on offense, receiving the opening kick and going on a 75-yard drive in which UGA's first four plays were gains of 12+ yards or more. 

One thing to be noted, senior running back, Brian Herrien received the start. A great way to show the appreciation for a veteran guy that's given everything to Georgia. 

(14-0) On the second UGA drive, Jake Fromm led the Dawgs down the field featuring multiple connections with WR Matt Landers, and UGA scored on an 18-yard carry from James Cook. 

Second Quarter 

(21-0) The Bulldogs defense continues to harass the Commodores, allowing just 29 total yards in the first half. The Bulldog offense drives down the field thanks to a 38-yard play action pass completion to Senior transfer Lawrence Cager. 

Capped off by a 3-yard TD run by Brian Herrien. 

(21-3) Vanderbilt finally got on the board with help from a personal foul penalty on Divaad Wilson for a late hit out of bounds, and a facemask penalty as well.  12 play, 72-yard drive that was, 30 yards worth of penalties. 

(21-6) Vandy notches their second field goal of the game just before the half. Assisted by a personal foul from Richard Lecounte III as well. 

Key Players: 

• Demetris Robertson: Was featured heavily in the first half: Roberson had an explosive play called back due to a hold by RT Isaiah Wilson. Still, 2 receptions for 20 yards and 1 rush for 15 yards as well. 
• Nolan Smith: Saw action early in the first half, applying pressure on a key 3rd down in the first possession of the game for Vanderbilt.  
• Cade Mays: Made the start at right guard, beating out fellow 5-star Ben Cleveland. Has played well in the first half, dominating in the run game. Though Cleveland came into the game in the second quarter.

Key stats: 

• UGA averaged 9.0 Yards Per Play in the first quarter. Out gaining Vanderbilt (159-29) 
• Ke'Shawn Vaughn: 7 rushes for 42 yards. 
• D'Andre Swift: 8 rushes for 74 yards. 
• UGA - 146 rushing yards in the first half.