Is this the year the Georgia Bulldogs have a 1,000-yard rusher for the first time since 2019? The Georgia Bulldogs have been closely associated with outstanding running backs, a potent running game, and exceptionally gifted running backs during the last few decades. Although there is still potential in the running back room, the Bulldogs haven’t had a 1,000-yard rusher in almost five seasons.
With 1,218 yards gained through rushes in the 2019 season, became the final running back to surpass the 1,000-yard threshold. A few running backs have gone close since then, but none have been able to meet the mark.
Although some people may find this tendency concerning, there is a valid rationale behind it. With pass catchers like Brock Bowers and Ladd McConkey who possess exceptional talent, the passing game of the Bulldogs has significantly improved. The Dawgs have also started to run “by committee,” in which several backs split carries during the course of the game.
However, with the addition of new talent to the running back group, 2024 might present new potential for the Georgia attack. Many of the Bulldogs’ gifted receivers have left for the NFL, causing some roster adjustments as well. The Bulldogs may decide to somewhat alter their offensive strategy as a result of this squad upheaval.
With so much talent on the Bulldogs 2024 roster, Kirby Smart and his staff may be able to change their offensive strategy. The team obviously has the capacity to create a 1,000-yard rusher, even though it is unclear if that will happen.
GEORGIA BULLDOGS 2024 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
Aug. 31 – vs Clemson (Atlanta, Ga.) Sept. 7 – vs Tennessee Tech Sept. 14 – @ Kentucky Sept. 21 – BYE Sept. 28 @ Alabama Oct. 5 – vs Auburn Oct. 12 – vs Mississippi State Oct. 19 – @ Texas Oct. 26 – BYE Nov. 2 – vs Florida (Jacksonville, Fl.) Nov. 9 – @ Ole Miss Nov. 16 – vs Tennessee Nov. 23 vs UMass Nov. 30 vs Georgia Tech