Photos: Bulldogs pull away from Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

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Photos: Bulldogs pull away from Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Game action from the season opener for both teams. The Bulldogs won 34-3.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart celebrates by wearing the old leather helmet after their 34-3 win against Clemson in Georgia's season opener at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive back Malaki Starks (24) makes a leaping interception against Clemson wide receiver Tyler Brown (6) during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) scores a 15-yard touchdown against Clemson safety R.J. Mickens (9) and Clemson linebacker Kobe McCloud (21) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) scores a touchdown during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) reacts after he scored a 15-yard touchdown run during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) runs against Clemson cornerback Jeadyn Lukus (10) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver London Humphreys (16) runs for 40-yards for a touchdown reception during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver London Humphreys (16) scores a 40-yard touchdown during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver London Humphreys (16) celebrates his 40-yard touchdown with Georgia wide receiver Dominic Lovett (6) during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young (8) makes a 7-yard touchdown catch against Clemson cornerback Jeadyn Lukus (10) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young (8) makes a 7-yard touchdown catch against Clemson cornerback Jeadyn Lukus (10) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young (8) reacts after scoring hist first touchdown as a Georgia bulldog during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) scores a touchdown during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia fans react after Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) scored a touchdown during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart congratulates Georgia defensive back Malaki Starks (24) after Georgia beat Clemson during an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (left) and Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik greet each other after Georgia beat Clemson during an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart reacts with Georgia offensive lineman Xavier Truss (73) during their win against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart and Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney shake hands after Georgia beat Clemson during an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia and Clemson players pose for a photo after Georgia beat Clemson during an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) runs with the ball during the first half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. The Bulldogs won 34-3.(Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia place kicker Peyton Woodring (91) reacts after his second field goal during the first half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive back KJ Bolden (4) reacts during the first half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia defensive back KJ Bolden (4) celebrates a tackle with defensive back Daylen Everette (6) and linebacker CJ Allen (3) during the first half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) gets tackled from behind by Clemson linebacker Wade Woodaz (17) during the first half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young (8) is not able to catch under pressure from Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell (20) during the first half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia tight end Lawson Luckie (7) gets tacked by Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell (20) during the first half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia place kicker Peyton Woodring (91) hits a field goal during the first half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart walks onto the field before their game against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) attempts a pass against Clemson safety Kylon Griffin (18) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart reacts to a play during the first half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Dillon Bell (86) makes a catch against Clemson safety Kylon Griffin (18) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Dominic Lovett (6) runs out of bounds after a catch against Clemson linebacker Wade Woodaz (17) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) runs for a first down against Clemson linebacker Wade Woodaz (17) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) attempts a pass against Clemson linebacker Wade Woodaz (17) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Arian Smith (11) is tackled by Clemson cornerback Jeadyn Lukus (10) after a catch by Smith during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) celebrates with the old leather helmet after their win against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) and Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) celebrate their win against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Dillon Bell (86) celebrates with the old leather helmet after their win against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) reacts after he scored a 15-yard touchdown run with Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) reacts after he scored a 15-yard touchdown run during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) runs against Clemson cornerback Jeadyn Lukus (10) as he scores a 15-yard touchdown during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart celebrates after Georgia beat Clemson during an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) prepares for an offensive play during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia linebacker Raylen Wilson (5) celebrates a defensive stop as Clemson offensive lineman Blake Miller (78) is shown during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker (11) celebrates a tackle by Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik (not pictured) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker (11) tackles Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) and offensive lineman Tate Ratledge (69) celebrate a rushing touchdown by Georgia running back Nate Frazier (not pictured) during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive lineman Mykel Williams (13) pressures Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia defensive lineman Mykel Williams (13) sacks Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Clemson wide receiver Cole Turner (22) is stopped for a short gain by Georgia linebacker Chaz Chambliss (32), linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (2), and defensive back Dan Jackson (17) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia offensive lineman Tate Ratledge (69) celebrates a rushing touchdown by Georgia running back Nate Frazier (not pictured) during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) celebrates after scoring a one-yard touchdown run during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver London Humphreys (16) runs for a touchdown during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) runs with the ball during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart instructs during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) celebrates with Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (left) after scoring a touchdown during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) celebrates with Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (left) after scoring a touchdown during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart shouts instructions during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia place kicker Peyton Woodring (91) hits a field goal during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia fans cheer during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Clemson wide receiver Cole Turner (22) is brought down by Georgia defensive players during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Dillon Bell (86) runs after a catch during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver London Humphreys (16) makes a move after a catch during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) runs with the ball during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver London Humphreys (16) runs for a touchdown during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

UGA President Jere Morehead congratulates Georgia head coach Kirby Smart (left) during an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck signs autographs after Georgia beat Clemson during an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia place kicker Peyton Woodring (91) hits a field goal during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young (8) makes a touchdown pass over Clemson cornerback Jeadyn Lukus (10) during the second half in an NCAA football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3 over Clemson. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

Georgia running back Cash Jones (32) runs against Clemson cornerback Jeadyn Lukus (10) as he scores a 15-yard touchdown during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) runs for a gain during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) runs for a large gain during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Dominic Lovett (6) celebrates after a catch during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. Also pictured is Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young (8). (Jason Getz / AJC)

Georgia wide receiver Arian Smith (11) runs for a large gain after a catch during the second half against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. Georgia won 34-3. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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Georgia head coach Kirby Smart celebrates by wearing the old leather helmet after their 34-3 win against Clemson in Georgia's season opener at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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