Watch: Florida's flubbed FG hold turns into TD for Georgia

Georgia running back Cash Jones. Joshua L. Jones / USA TODAY NETWORK

Watch: Florida's flubbed FG hold turns into game-saving possession for Georgia

By Austen Bundy | Last updated Nov 2, 2024 6:55 PM ET

The No. 2 Georgia Bulldogs were on major upset alert for most of the afternoon Saturday, trailing SEC rival Florida for nearly three quarters.

Tied at 13 late in the third quarter, Florida was set to attempt a field goal from inside the 35-yard line to re-take the lead but the holder missed the snap completely and the ball went skittering past the kicker toward midfield.

A mad scramble ensued and Georgia ended up recovering the loose ball, stealing a possession it desperately needed to change the momentum.

DISASTERIOUS Play on Florida’s FG attempt to take the lead against #2 Georgia

Georgia just scored off the turnover.. pic.twitter.com/tOc9VILsYH
— College Football Overtime (@CFB_Overtime) November 2, 2024

The turnover proved to be critical as the Bulldogs drove down the short field and scored a touchdown just a few plays later to take a 20-13 lead entering the fourth quarter.

22-yards to the

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— Georgia Football (@GeorgiaFootball) November 2, 2024

Georgia (6-1) entered the game on thin ice in the SEC, needing a victory against what was thought to be an inferior Florida team (4-3) to stay in the conference title hunt.

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck threw two interceptions in the first half, contributing to Florida's early lead and dominance.

The Bulldogs have not lost to the Gators since 2020, winning six of the last seven meetings.

Austen Bundy

Austen Bundy is a journalist and sports junkie from the Washington, D. C. area

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