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PHOTOS: Georgia improves to 2-0 with 28-6 win over Austin Peay

The Georgia Bulldogs overcame some sloppy play to improve to 2-0 on the season with a 28-6 victory over Austin Peay Saturday, September 6 in Sanford Stadium.

Georgia defensive lineman Christen Miller (52) tackles Austin Peay running back Kaden Williams (7) during the second half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive lineman Christen Miller (52) tackles Austin Peay running back Kaden Williams (7) during the second half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) looks to pass against Austin Peay defensive back Jalon Williams (14) during the second half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young (8) runs after a catch during the second half against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive back Daniel Harris (7) and Georgia linebacker Gabe Harris Jr. (0) celebrate a goal line stand against Austin Peay during the second half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive lineman Jordan Hall (44), Georgia defensive lineman Christen Miller (52), Georgia defensive back Daylen Everette (6) and others attempts to block a field goal attempt by Austin Peay kicker Carson Smith (22) during the third quarter at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young (8) makes a move after a catch against Austin Peay defensive back Ellis Ellis Jr. (0) during the second half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) attempts a pass during the third quarter against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. Also pictured is Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) and Georgia offensive lineman Monroe Freeling (57). (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young (8) dives for extra yards after a catch during the second half against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young (8) walks off of the field after their win against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive back Daylen Everette (6) and Georgia offensive lineman Bo Hughley (55) walks off of the field after their win against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, right, greets Georgia offensive lineman Monroe Freeling (57) after their win against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive backs Ellis Robinson IV (1) and KJ Bolden (4) leave the field after their win against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) walks with teammates as they leave the field after their win against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running backs Dwight Phillips Jr. (20), Nate Frazier (3), and Chauncey Bowens (33) walk together after their win against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) celebrates with teammates after scoring a one-yard touchdown run during the fourth quarter against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) reacts after scoring a one-yard touchdown run during the fourth quarter against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) reacts after scoring a one-yard touchdown run during the fourth quarter against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive back Daylen Everette (6) breaks up pass intended for Austin Peay wide receiver Jaden Robinson (81) during the third quarter at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia tight end Ethan Barbour (9) gives a thumbs up sign as he is carted off of the field after getting injured at the end of the first half against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia tight end Ethan Barbour (9) is carted off of the field after getting injured at the end of the first half against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia tight end Ethan Barbour (9) is treated by trainers after getting injured at the end of the first half against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive back Ellis Robinson IV (1) celebrates an interception with teammates during the second quarter against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens (33) celebrates his 14-yard touchdown run with offensive lineman Drew Bobo (74) and wide receiver London Humphreys (16) during the third quarter against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens (33) scores a 14-yard touchdown run against Austin Peay defensive back Chase Allen (15) during the third quarter at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens (33) scores a 14-yard touchdown run against Austin Peay defensive back Chase Allen (15) during the third quarter at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens (33) scores a 14-yard touchdown run against Austin Peay defensive back Chase Allen (15) during the third quarter at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens (33) scores a 14-yard touchdown run against Austin Peay defensive back Chase Allen (15) during the third quarter at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens (33) scores a 14-yard touchdown run against Austin Peay defensive back Chase Allen (15) during the third quarter at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia football players run onto the field before their game against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart greets Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) before they run onto the field for their game against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia linebacker Chris Cole (9) reacts after sacking Austin Peay quarterback Chris Parson (not pictured) with Georgia defensive lineman Joseph Jonah-Ajonye (99) during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia linebacker Chris Cole (9) reacts after sacking Austin Peay quarterback Chris Parson (not pictured) with Georgia defensive lineman Joseph Jonah-Ajonye (99) during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia linebacker Chris Cole (9, bottom) sacks Austin Peay quarterback Chris Parson (3) as Georgia linebacker Quintavius Johnson (33) assists on the play during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Dwight Phillips Jr. (20) runs for 23 yards as Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) reacts in the background during the first half against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Austin Peay wide receiver Nate Garnett Jr. (8) is tackled by Georgia defensive back Joenel Aguero (8) and Georgia defensive back KJ Bolden (4) after a reception by Garnett during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Austin Peay running back Corey Richardson (26) is tackled by Georgia linebacker Chris Cole (9) and Georgia defensive back JaCorey Thomas (20) during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive lineman Elijah Griffin (90) celebrates with teammates after making a tackle on Austin Peay running back Courtland Simmons (not pictured) during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive lineman Elijah Griffin (90) tackles Austin Peay running back Courtland Simmons (11) during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive lineman Elijah Griffin (90) celebrates with teammates after making a tackle on Austin Peay running back Courtland Simmons (not pictured) during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia linebacker CJ Allen (3) tackles Austin Peay quarterback Chris Parson (3) for a short gain during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Austin Peay wide receiver Kamari Maxwell (12) is tackled by Georgia defensive back KJ Bolden (4) and Georgia linebacker Raylen Wilson (5) after a short reception by Maxwell during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens (33) reacts after scoring a two-yard touchdown run during the first half against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart reacts to a play during the first half against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) attempts a pass during the first half against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) rolls out of the pocket against Austin Peay defensive lineman Davion Hood (17) during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) attempts a pass against Austin Peay defensive lineman Davion Hood (17) during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

A weather advisory is shown before the end of the first half as during the game between Georgia and Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. The game is delayed because of severe weather. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) celebrates a two-yard touchdown run with Georgia offensive lineman Micah Morris (56) during the first half against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Sacovie White-Helton (18) runs after a reception against Austin Peay linebacker Will Middleton (4) during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) makes a move against Austin Peay linebacker Montreze Smith Jr. (31) after a reception by Frazier during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens (33) makes a move against Austin Peay linebacker Montreze Smith Jr. (31) on a run during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Also shown on the play is Georgia offensive lineman Drew Bobo (74).(Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart reacts to a play during the first half against Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) runs for a first down after a reception during the first half against the Austin Peay at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) runs for a first down against Austin Peay defensive lineman Chris Brown (8) during the first half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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Credit: Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com

Georgia defensive lineman Christen Miller (52) tackles Austin Peay running back Kaden Williams (7) during the second half at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 28-6. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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