Photos: Georgia comes back to win at Auburn

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Photos: Georgia comes back to win at Auburn

No. 1 Georgia played its first road game of the season at Auburn on Saturday. The Bulldogs got a late touchdown and interception in a 27-20 win.

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers (19) scores a 40-yard touchdown reception for the go-ahead touchdown during the fourth quarter of their game Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. Georgia won 27-20. Bowers had eight catches for 157 yards and one touchdown. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers scores a 40-yard touchdown reception for the go-ahead touchdown during the fourth quarter of their game Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. Georgia won 27-20. Bowers had eight catches for 157 yards and one touchdown. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers scores a 40-yard touchdown reception for the go-ahead touchdown during the fourth quarter of their game Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. Georgia won 27-20. Bowers had eight catches for 157 yards and one touchdown. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers celebrates his 40-yard touchdown reception with wide receiver Ladd McConkey (84) during the fourth quarter of their game Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. Georgia won 27-20. Bowers had eight catches for 157 yards and one touchdown. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Tight end Brock Bowers smiles as he leaves after Georgia beat Auburn in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. Georgia won 27-20 over Auburn. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Quarterback Carson Beck celebrates as he leaves after Georgia beat Auburn in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept.30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. Georgia won 27-20 over Auburn. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Head coach Kirby Smart celebrates as he leaves after Georgia beat Auburn in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. Georgia won 27-20 over Auburn. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Players celebrate as they leave after Georgia beat Auburn in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. Georgia won 27-20 over Auburn. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Fans cheer as Georgia players leave after Georgia beat Auburn in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. Georgia won 27-20 over Auburn. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson (10) celebrates a defensive stop on fourth down during the first half against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Auburn running back Brian Battie is tackled by Georgia linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (2), defensive lineman Mykel Williams (13), and defensive back Malaki Starks (24) during the first half at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck attempts a pass during the first half against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart reacts during the first half against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia defensive back Tykee Smith sacked Auburn quarterback Payton Thorne during the first half at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck reacts after throwing an interception during the first half against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Auburn cornerback Jaylin Simpson wrestles the ball away from Georgia wide receiver Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint for an interception during the first half at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Auburn linebacker Eugene Asante tackles Georgia running back Daijun Edwards during the first half at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Auburn running back Jarquez Hunter is tackled by Georgia defensive lineman Tramel Walthour (90, left), linebacker Chaz Chambliss (center), and defensive back Tykee Smith (23) during the first half at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers is not able to catch a pass under pressure from Auburn safety Zion Puckett during the first half in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart shouts instructions during the first half in an NCAA football game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck throws a pass during the first half in an NCAA football game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia wide receiver Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint makes a catch during the first half in an NCAA football game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia wide receiver Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint celebrates after catching a pass during the first half in an NCAA football game against Aubun at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Auburn running back Jarquez Hunter is stopped by Georgia defense line during the first half in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Auburn running back Jarquez Hunter scores a touchdown over Georgia defensive back Javon Bullard during the first half in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia running back Daijun Edwards falls into the end zone for a touchdown during the first half in an NCAA football game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia running back Daijun Edwards falls into the end zone for a touchdown during the first half in an NCAA football game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia running back Daijun Edwards celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the first half in an NCAA football game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, September 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers is not able to catch a pass under pressure from Auburn cornerback Jaylin Simpson during the first half in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia linebacker Xavian Sorey Jr. sacks Auburn quarterback Payton Thorne during the first half in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck greets head coach Kirby Smart’s son Andrew during pregame workout before their game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck warms up during pregame workout before their game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck prepares to throw during pregame workout before their game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia players and coaching staff arrive before their game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart (left) talks with former Georgia Tech football head coach Geoff Collins before their game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia fans cheer as players and coaching staff arrive before their game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart (center) talks with Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze (left) next to Smart’s son Andrew before their game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze (left) greets Georgia head coach Kirby Smart and his son Andrew before their game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart walks with his son Andrew before Georgia’s vs Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart reacts during the second half of their game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, September 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. Georgia won 27-20. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) runs for yards during the second half against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. Georgia won 27-20. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia defensive back Daylen Everette breaks up a pass intended for Auburn wide receiver Malcolm Johnson Jr. during the second half at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. Georgia won 27-20. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (2) celebrates with linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson (10) after Mondon sacked Auburn quarterback Payton Thorne during the second half at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. Georgia won 27-20. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (2) sacks Auburn quarterback Payton Thorne during the second half at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Georgia wide receiver Dillon Bell makes a move after a catch during the second half in an NCAA football game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. Georgia won 27-20 over Auburn. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Auburn running back Jarquez Hunter gets tackled by Georgia linebacker C.J. Allen (33) and defensive back Daylen Everette (6) during the second half in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. Georgia won 27-20 over Auburn. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey (right) is not able to catch under pressure from Auburn cornerback D.J. James (4) during the second half in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. Georgia won 27-20 over Auburn. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (2) sacks Auburn quarterback Payton Thorne during the second half in an NCAA football game at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. Georgia won 27-20 over Auburn. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

Georgia running back Daijun Edwards (30) celebrates with Georgia offensive lineman Xavier Truss (73) after scoring a touchdown during the second half in an NCAA football game against Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, September 30, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. Georgia won 27-20. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)

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Georgia tight end Brock Bowers (19) scores a 40-yard touchdown reception for the go-ahead touchdown during the fourth quarter of their game Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Auburn, Al. Georgia won 27-20. Bowers had eight catches for 157 yards and one touchdown. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

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