There’s been loads of discuss Georgia’s offense this season. And for good purpose — it ranks No. 2 within the nation in passing offense and has moved the ball with ease via two video games this season.
After shedding 9 defensive starters from a record-setting 2021 Georgia protection, many questioned if the Bulldogs’ protection would take a step again this yr. However defensively, Georgia picked up proper the place it left off final season. Possibly it’s come to be anticipated at this level in Kirby Sensible’s profession and that’s why this defensive unit has not been the speak of faculty soccer to this point. However Georgia at present has the nation’s No. 1 ranked scoring protection, permitting simply three factors complete this season (1.5 per sport).
Right here’s a take a look at the place Georgia ranks nationally in key defensive stats after the primary week:
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Scoring Protection: No. 1
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Factors per sport allowed: 1.5 (3 complete)
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Dashing Protection: No. 24
Dashing yards allowed per sport: 79.5
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Passing Protection: No. 18
Passing yards allowed per sport: 141
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Complete Protection: No. 8
Complete yards allowed per sport: 220.5
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First downs allowed: No. 6
First downs allowed per sport: 12
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Opponent third-down conversions: No. 36
Opponent first down conversion charge: 28.5%
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Sacks: No. 119
Sacks per sport: 0.5