Overview
- Georgia opened the 2026 season with a 63-3 win over Tennessee State on Saturday, Sept. 5, building a 35-0 lead early and finishing with 660 yards of offense to Tennessee State's 109.
- Quarterback Gunner Stockton completed 15 of 16 passes for 202 yards and three touchdown passes, a near‑perfect performance that set the tone for the game.
- Running back Nate Frazier had three rushing touchdowns and gained 72 yards on four carries, while tight ends Jaden Reddell and Elyiss Williams and multiple receivers also scored.
- Georgia showcased depth by rotating four quarterbacks—Stockton, Ryan Puglisi, Ryan Montgomery and Hezekiah Millender—all of whom led scoring drives late in the game.
- The game was played in extreme heat with temperatures reported near 101°F, some fans left early, and outlets gave mixed guidance on how to watch the broadcast as Georgia shifts focus to Week 2 against Western Kentucky.