Georgia quarterback Faton Bauta has decided to transfer and will not be available to play in the Bulldogs’ bowl game, the university announced Friday.
Bauta has played in all 12 games this year, primarily as the holder on special teams. He started at quarterback against No. 11 Florida and finished 15-for-33 for 154 yards and four interceptions
Bauta actually graduated in May 2015, but has a junior eligibility. As a graduate transfer, Bauta will be available to play immediately without sitting out a year at another school.
Bauta's decision to leave Georgia follows the dismissal of Mark Richt as head coach.
“At this time, I feel that the best option for me is to explore a new opportunity for my final year of eligibility. But I will always be thankful for my years in red and black, for Coach Richt and the coach he has been to me.”
For his career, Bauta finished 19-for-38 for 202 yards passing. On the ground, he had 13 carries for 50 yards and two touchdowns.
