Photos: Georgia crushes TCU for the national championship

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AJC photos from the national championship game between Georgia and TCU in Inglewood, Calif., on Jan. 9, 2023.

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) celebrates a six yard touchdown against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) reacts against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) celebrates a score against the TCU Horned Frogs with offensive linemen Broderick Jones (59) and Amarius Mims (65) during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. Georgia won 65-7 and secured a back-to-back championship. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs defensive backs Javon Bullard (22) and Kamari Lassiter (3) celebrate an interception against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Javon Bullard (22) intercepts a pass intended for TCU Horned Frogs wide receiver Derius Davis (11) as Bulldogs defensive back Kamari Lassiter (3) backs him up during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Javon Bullard (22) intercepts a pass intended for TCU Horned Frogs wide receiver Derius Davis (11) during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

TCU Horned Frogs quarterback Max Duggan (15) is sacked by Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Bear Alexander (99) during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Javon Bullard (22) intercepts a pass intended for TCU Horned Frogs wide receiver Quentin Johnston (1) during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) reacts after a first down run against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) runs against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) runs a keeper play against TCU Horned Frogs safety Namdi Obiazor (4) during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Mykel Williams (13) celebrates sacking TCU Horned Frogs quarterback Max Duggan during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) scores against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Javon Bullard (22) celebrates an interception with Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Jalon Walker (11) during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart reacts against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

TCU Horned Frogs quarterback Max Duggan (15) is sacked by Georgia Bulldogs defenders during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs tight end Brock Bowers (19) celebrates with offensive lineman Xavier Truss (73) after a touchdown pass over TCU Horned Frogs safety Abraham Camara during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs tight end Brock Bowers (19) celebrates with wide receiver Ladd McConkey (84) after a touchdown pass over TCU Horned Frogs safety Abraham Camara during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs tight end Brock Bowers (19) celebrates after a touchdown pass over the TCU Horned Frogs during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs tight end Brock Bowers (19) catches a touchdown pass over TCU Horned Frogs safety Abraham Camara (14) during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Ladd McConkey (84) catches a touchdown pass against TCU Horned Frogs safety Millard Bradford (28) during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. Georgia won 65-7 and secured a back-to-back championship. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) celebrates a score against the TCU Horned Frogs with lineman Amarius Mims (65) during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. Georgia won 65-7 and secured a back-to-back championship. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart calls in a play against the TCU Horned Frogs during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. Georgia won 65-7 and secured a back-to-back championship. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs running back Branson Robinson (22) celebrates the final touchdown against the TCU Horned Frogs during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. Georgia won 65-7 and secured a back-to-back championship. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. Georgia won 65-7 and secured a back-to-back championship. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Jalon Walker (11) reacts as linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson (10) looks on after sacking TCU Horned Frogs quarterback Max Duggan during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. Georgia won 65-7 and secured a back-to-back championship. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Jalon Walker (11) reacts after sacking TCU Horned Frogs quarterback Max Duggan as linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson (10) looks on during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. Georgia won 65-7 and secured a back-to-back championship. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Jalon Walker (11) reacts after sacking TCU Horned Frogs quarterback Max Duggan during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. Georgia won 65-7 and secured a back-to-back championship. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Jalon Walker (11) sacks TCU Horned Frogs quarterback Max Duggan (15) during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. Georgia won 65-7 and secured a back-to-back championship. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Tykee Smith (23) and Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Marvin Jones Jr. (7) react after stopping the TCU Horned Frogs as captain and defensive end Nolan Smith signals from the sideline during the second half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. Georgia won 65-7 and secured a back-to-back championship. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

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Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) celebrates a six yard touchdown against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, January 9, 2023. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

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