Georgia defensive lineman Julian Rochester (5) and his fellow Bulldogs on that side of the ball must transition from Saturday’s win over pass-happy UMass to Georgia Tech’s ground-based triple-option attack.ATHENS, Ga. – In the minutes after Georgia’s 66-27 victory over the University of Massachusetts on Saturday, several Bulldogs players said they would employ the “24-hour rule” and celebrate their latest win before turning their attention to this week’s in-state rivalry game with Georgia Tech.
Bulldogs coach Kirby Smart admitted Saturday night he wouldn’t have that luxury.
“As soon as I can turn their tape on, I’ll be turning it on, because it’s very different for us,” Smart said. “Most of the time, I try to have a 24-hour rule, too, but this one is different. You don’t have enough time to prepare for them.
“You never have enough time. You always feel crammed preparing for this offense, because you so rarely see it.”
The Yellow Jackets and their triple-option attack are flourishing again in coach Paul Johnson’s 11th season in Atlanta, leading the nation in rushing yards (3,891), rushing yards per game (353.7) and rushing touchdowns (44). They have won four straight games after a shaky start and will arrive at Sanford Stadium not only with a 7-4 record but seeking a third straight triumph in Georgia’s house.