Auburn upsets No. 1 Georgia 27-24 on late field goal
Unranked Auburn defeated the top-ranked Bulldogs 27-24 on a game-winning field goal as time expired, capitalizing on turnovers from Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton.
Key points
- Auburn defeated No. 1 Georgia 27-24 with a 34-yard field goal by Alex McPherson as time expired.
- Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton threw two interceptions, a personal career high, and lost a fumble.
- Stockton left the field after being hit on the opening play and was diagnosed with a stinger.
- Georgia head coach Kirby Smart confirmed Stockton was dealing with a shoulder stinger after the game.
On Saturday, unranked Auburn defeated No. 1 Georgia 27-24 after a game‑winning 34‑yard field goal by Alex McPherson as time expired.
Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton recorded two interceptions – the first time he had thrown two in a game – and later lost a fumble that set up the decisive field goal.
Stockton was hit on a rushing attempt on the opening play, forced to leave the field by officials, and was checked out on the sideline by Georgia’s training staff.
After the game, Georgia head coach Kirby Smart said Stockton was dealing with a stinger in his shoulder.
Your questions, answered
How did Auburn beat No. 1 Georgia?
Auburn won 27-24 on a 34-yard field goal by Alex McPherson as time expired.
What injury did Gunner Stockton suffer?
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart said Stockton was dealing with a stinger in his shoulder.
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