Georgia's Missed Opportunities

Georgia initially showcased speed and dominance in the Sugar Bowl, leveraging their physicality and strong early plays but failed to capitalize on that advantage, leading to a pivotal shift in momentum. Despite a promising start from quarterback Gunnar Stockton, the Bulldogs could not convert their physical play into a significant lead, which ultimately cost them as the game progressed. The critical turning point occurred in the final moments of the first half, where a 3-3 tie rapidly transformed into a 20-3 deficit following a series of unfortunate events, including a strip sack and a kickoff return for a touchdown by Notre Dame. This sequence exemplified the importance of capitalizing on early advantages and highlighted Georgia's struggles to maintain momentum, ultimately leading to their collapse in this crucial matchup.