Georgia vs. Vanderbilt: UGA wins 30-6, Dominates on the ground

The Georgia Bulldogs took over Nashville today. Covering the stadium in red, and running all over the Vanderbilt Defense.

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.

Third Quarter

(24-6) On their opening drive of the second half, Zamir White got his first career carry as a Bulldog. Receiving a resounding "Zeuussssssssss" from the UGA faithful that packed Vanderbilt Stadium. 

Capped off by a 50-yard field goal by Rodrigo Blankenship

-Both teams traded possessions throughout the remainder of the third, including a turnover on downs by UGA, on the Vandy 18 yard-line. 

Fourth Quarter

(27-6) The second half defensive struggle continued well into the fourth quarter. Following a drive up-ended by a Kearis Jackson fumble, the defense got the ball back to Fromm and company. 

Drive ended in a Rodrigo Blankenship 37-yard field goal. 

Savage pads!!!

UGA's Devonte Wyatt recovered the fumble due to a botched shotgun snap for Vanderbilt's offense. And the Savage Pads were unveiled for the first time in the 2019 season. 

(30-6) A 31-yard field goal from Rodrigo Blankenship extends the Georgia lead with just over 2 minutes remaining. 

(30-6) Final

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. Continued to make an impact in the second half as well. 
• Cade Mays: Made the start at right guard, beating out fellow 5-star Ben Cleveland. Played every position on the offensive line tonight, except center. That's right, he even gave Andrew Thomas a break over at left tackle during the 4th. 
• Devonte Wyatt: the Hutchinson Community College transfer had an exceptional game tonight. Dominating the line of scrimmage all night.

Key stats:

• UGA averaged 9.0 Yards Per Play in the first quarter. Out gaining Vanderbilt (159-29)
• Ke'Shawn Vaughn: 15 rushes for 74 yards.
• D'Andre Swift: 16 rushes for 147 yards.
• UGA - 146 rushing yards in the first half, 324 total.