The Georgia Bulldogs face a rematch against the Texas Longhorns in the 2024 SEC championship game. Georgia beat Texas 30-15 in the Dawgs’ first game against Texas, which was the Longhorns only loss all season.
In the previous meeting, Texas’ defense dominated Georgia’s offense for the most part, but Georgia’s defense sacked Texas seven times and forced four Texas turnovers.
Who are Texas football’s best players?
Quarterback Quinn Ewers
Quinn Ewers is going to be the biggest x-factor in this game because of what he brings to this offense. The senior quarterback accounted for 2,307 passing yards and 24 touchdowns through the air. He knows what Georgia has and will be ready to avenge the Longhorns only loss this season.
Tight end Gunnar Helm
Gunnar Helm was a saftey blanket for Quinn Ewers and it helped him become one of the best tight ends in the country. Helm leads the Longhorns in receptions with 48 and receiving yards with 600 yards. He also is tied for second in receiving touchdowns with five so far this season.
Safety Andrew Mukuba
The transfer safety has fit right on in with the stout defense that the Longhorns possesses. Mukuba came into this secondary and become one of their leaders. He possesses great instincts and ball skills that helps out this defense. He is tied in the lead in this defense with four inceptions and one coming from Carson Beck.
Linebacker Anthony Hill Jr.
Anthony Hill Jr. is viewed as a top linebacker in the nation with his elite sideline to sideline speed and his pass-rushing abilities. He leads the Longhorns in tackles with 84 tackles and 7.5 sacks. He will be a threat to the Bulldogs offensive game plan. Hill Jr. will have to bring his best to stop this offense that averages 44.6 points in their past three games.
This article originally appeared on Bulldogs Wire: Texas’ biggest impact players in the SEC championship
