Georgia Bulldogs vs. Alabama Crimson Tide: 2021 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Georgia Bulldogs defeated Alabama Crimson Tide 33–18 in Week 1, 2021. Final score: Georgia Bulldogs 33, Alabama Crimson Tide 18.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Georgia Bulldogs	0	6	6	12	33
Alabama Crimson Tide	3	3	0	15	18

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Bryce Young (333) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.00 EPA/play -0.14 EPA
• Stetson Bennett (61) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.10 EPA/play -3.16 EPA
• TEAM (333) — 0.0 yds · -8.11 EPA/play -8.11 EPA

Rushing

• Brian Robinson Jr. (333) — 0.0 yds -0.23 EPA
• Zamir White (61) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.40 EPA
• James Cook (61) — 0.0 yds +0.42 EPA

Receiving

• Slade Bolden (333) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds -0.14 EPA
• Ja'Corey Brooks (333) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds -0.06 EPA
• Cameron Latu (333) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.51 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Bryce Young	333	56	62.5%	0	1	-0.00	-0.14
Stetson Bennett	61	31	54.8%	0	2	-0.10	-3.16
TEAM	333	1	0.0%	0	0	-8.11	-8.11

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UGA	ALA
Plays	0	0
EPA / play	—	—
Total EPA	—	—
Success rate	—	—
Pass EPA / play	—	—
Rush EPA / play	—	—
Yards	0	0

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	61	5	0	+5.11	Ended
Q1	333	2	0	-1.14	Punt
Q1	61	3	0	-2.89	Punt
Q1	333	5	0	-1.48	Punt
Q1	61	3	0	-2.58	Punt
Q1	333	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	333	13	0	+1.54	Ended
Q2	61	3	0	+0.48	Ended
Q2	333	5	0	-0.79	Punt
Q2	61	8	0	-0.54	Field goal
Q2	333	5	0	+0.57	Ended
Q2	61	3	0	-1.95	Punt
Q2	333	4	0	+1.87	Field goal
Q2	61	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	61	5	0	-0.59	Ended
Q3	333	3	0	+1.24	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Alabama Crimson Tide · Kelee Ringo 79 Yd Interception Return (Jack Podlesny Kick) (-8.11 EPA)
2. Q3 · Georgia Bulldogs · Kenny McIntosh run for 6 yds to the Alab 3 for a 1ST down ALABAMA Penalty, Face Mask (2 yards) (Phidarian Mathis) to the Alab 1 for a 1ST down (+7.27 EPA)
3. Q4 · Georgia Bulldogs · Stetson Bennett sacked by Christian Harris for a loss of 11 yards to the Geo 16 Stetson Bennett fumbled, forced by Christian Harris, recovered by Alab Brian Branch , return for 0 yards (-4.66 EPA)
4. Q3 · Georgia Bulldogs · James Cook run for 67 yds to the Alab 13 for a 1ST down (+4.47 EPA)
5. Q4 · Georgia Bulldogs · Adonai Mitchell 40 Yd pass from Stetson Bennett (Two-Point Run Conversion Failed) (+4.08 EPA)
6. Q2 · Alabama Crimson Tide · Bryce Young pass complete to Cameron Latu for 61 yds to the Geo 8 for a 1ST down (+3.81 EPA)
7. Q4 · Alabama Crimson Tide · Bryce Young sacked by Nolan Smith for a loss of 12 yards to the Alab 41 (-3.71 EPA)
8. Q1 · Georgia Bulldogs · Stetson Bennett pass complete to George Pickens for 52 yds to the Alab 29 for a 1ST down (+3.53 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Georgia Bulldogs controlled the final (33–18) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Bryce Young (333) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: UGA at EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Georgia Bulldogs vs Alabama Crimson Tide?

Georgia Bulldogs 33, Alabama Crimson Tide 18 in Week 1 of the 2021 college football season.

Who won Georgia Bulldogs vs Alabama Crimson Tide?

Georgia Bulldogs won with a final score of 33–18.

Where can I find the Georgia Bulldogs vs Alabama Crimson Tide box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401331242.

Who led Georgia Bulldogs vs Alabama Crimson Tide in passing?

Bryce Young (333) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Georgia Bulldogs at Alabama Crimson Tide in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.