Quarterback D.J. Shockley played four seasons at Georgia but he only needed one of them to become a Bulldogs legend.

Shockley, who attended North Clayton High School, unselfishly accepted a part-time role behind David Greene for three seasons until he finally got his shot as a full-time starter in 2005 and led Georgia to an SEC title. Shockley was named the game’s most valuable player in a win over LSU in the championship game at the Georgia Dome.

Watch the video above to reminisce about that game and Shockley’s career.

Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs are getting ready to play the Auburn Tigers Saturday afternoon in Atlanta

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