Photos: Bulldogs throttle Missouri in SEC battle in Athens

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Photos: Bulldogs throttle Missouri in SEC battle in Athens

Georgia Bulldogs host the Missouri Tigers in an SEC East division battle at Sanford Stadium Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia linebacker Lorenzo Carter and quarterback Jake Fromm walk off the field after the Bulldogs' 53-28 win over Missouri Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm and teammates celebrate the 53-28 win over SEC rival Missouri Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart tips his cap to fans after beating Missouri 53-28 Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm gets into the end zone on a quarterback keeper past Missouri linebacker Cale Garrett to give Georgia a 31-21 lead during the first half Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia tailback Sony Michel breaks away from Missouri for his second touchdown of the night during the second half Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia tailback Sony Michel gets a lift from Isaiah Wynn after his second touchdown against Missouri Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

October 14, 2017 Athens: Georgia wide receiver Mecole Hardman breaks away from Missouri defenders for a touchdown to take a 53-28 lead during the second half in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, October 14, 2017, in Athens. Georgia beat Missouri 53-28 to remain undefeated. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

October 14, 2017 Athens: Georgia defensive end Jonathan Ledbetter tackles Missouri quarterback Drew Lock forcing a incomplete pass during the second half in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, October 14, 2017, in Athens. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Georgia running back Nick Chubb (27) jumps over Missouri safety Thomas Wilson (8) to avoid a tackle in the first half Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia defensive back Mark Webb intercepts Missouri quarterback Drew Lock during the first half Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

October 14, 2017 Athens: Georgia freshman running back DÃ¢â¬â¢Andre Swift breaks away for a 70-yard gain against Missouri during the second half in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, October 14, 2017, in Athens. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Georgia wide receiver Mecole Hardman makes a touchdown catch and run against Missouri for a 7-0 lead during the first quarter Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm tackles Missouri linebacker Cale Garrett after he intercepted Fromm to prevent the score on the turnover during the first half Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia tailback Sony Michel gets past Missouri defender Logan Cheadle for a touchdown to take a 21-14 lead during the first half Saturday, October 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia tailback Nick Chubb picks up yardage against Missouri during the second half Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

October 14, 2017 Athens: Georgia head coach Kirby Smart gives freshman running back DÃ¢â¬â¢Andre Swift five after his 70-yard gain against Missouri during the second half in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, October 14, 2017, in Athens. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Georgia defensive back Mark Webb avoids a tackle after he intercepted Missouri quarterback Drew Lock during the first half Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm (11) gets off a pass in the first half against Missouri Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia wide receiver Mecole Hardman makes a touchdown catch and run against Missouri for a 7-0 lead during the first quarter Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

October 14, 2017 Athens: Georgia head coach Kirby Smart calls for a two point conversion attempt against Missouri during the second half in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, October 14, 2017, in Athens. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Georgia freshman quarterback Jake Fromm warms up before facing Missouri Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia fans arrives for game against Missouri at Sanford Stadium in Athens Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017.

Georgia fans inside Sanford Stadium cheer before their game against the Missouri Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart encourages linebacker Davin Bellamy as they prepare Missouri Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

October 14, 2017 Athens: Georgia head coach Kirby Smart and quarterbacks Jake Fromm and Jacob Eason prepare to play Missouri in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, October 14, 2017, in Athens. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

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Georgia linebacker Lorenzo Carter and quarterback Jake Fromm walk off the field after the Bulldogs' 53-28 win over Missouri Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, in Athens.

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