How Georgia’s offensive line is helping Stetson Bennett find his confidence

By Connor Riley

October 23, 2020 at 5:08 am EDT

Georgia offensive lineman Justin Shaffer (54) during the Bulldogs’ practice session in Athens, Ga., on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020. (Photo by Tony Walsh) Georgia offensive lineman Justin Shaffer (54) during the Bulldogs practice session in Athens, Ga., on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020. (Photo by Tony Walsh) (Tony Walsh)

By Connor Riley

October 23, 2020 at 5:08 am EDT

For much of the night, the Georgia offensive line did its job. It opened holes in the running game for the likes of Zamir White, Kendall Milton and James Cook. The Bulldogs averaged 4.8 yards per carry, compared to Alabama’s 3.4 yards.

Georgia also held up well in pass protection. The Bulldogs surrendered only two sacks to the Crimson Tide and gave quarterback Stetson Bennett time to scramble and throw. The Alabama offensive line, which Kirby Smart said is full of NFL players, actually gave up more sacks on the night.