Overview

• Georgia visits No. 15 Tennessee in its SEC opener, marking Stockton’s first true road start after dropping two spots to No. 6 following a sluggish 28-6 win.
• Kirby Smart urged more vertical passing, saying Georgia must throw downfield and take shots to regain explosiveness.
• Through two games Stockton is 40-of-58 for 458 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions, drawing outside criticism for limited deep attempts and timing.
• Tennessee’s Josh Heupel praised Stockton’s accuracy and mobility and said the Vols must pressure him while keeping him inside the pocket.
• Smart said he is hopeful right tackle Earnest Greene III and right guard Juan Gaston return this week to help the passing game and protection.