The 2016 Georgia Bulldogs football team represented the University of Georgia in the 2016 NCAA Division I FBS football season. The Bulldogs played their home games at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Georgia and competed in the Eastern Division of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Here is a comprehensive look at the 2016 UGA football roster:
Offense:
- Quarterbacks:
- Jacob Eason (Freshman) - #10
- Greyson Lambert (Junior) - #11
- Brice Ramsey (Sophomore) - #12
- Running Backs:
- Nick Chubb (Sophomore) - #27
- Sony Michel (Sophomore) - #1
- Brian Herrien (Freshman) - #35
- Elijah Holyfield (Freshman) - #13
- Wide Receivers:
- Isaiah McKenzie (Junior) - #16
- Terry Godwin (Sophomore) - #5
- Michael Chigbu (Sophomore) - #15
- Jayson Stanley (Freshman) - #2
- Riley Ridley (Freshman) - #8
- Tight Ends:
- Jeb Blazevich (Junior) - #83
- Jordan Davis (Sophomore) - #88
- Jackson Harris (Freshman) - #86
- Offensive Linemen:
- Isaiah Wynn (Sophomore) - #77
- Pat Allen (Junior) - #58
- Lamont Gaillard (Sophomore) - #53
- Dyshon Sims (Junior) - #55
- Kendall Baker (Sophomore) - #65
Defense:
- Defensive Linemen:
- Jonathan Ledbetter (Sophomore) - #13
- Trenton Thompson (Freshman) - #78
- John Atkins (Junior) - #97
- Julius Com prejudices (Sophomore) - #99
- David Marshall (Sophomore) - #51
- Linebackers:
- Roquan Smith (Freshman) - #3
- Natrez Patrick (Freshman) - #6
- Lorenzo Carter (Junior) - #7
- Davin Bellamy (Junior) - #17
- Chuks Amaechi (Sophomore) - #34
- Defensive Backs:
- Dominick Sanders (Junior) - #24
- Aaron Davis (Junior) - #35
- Malkom Parrish (Junior) - #14
- Juwuan Briscoe (Sophomore) - #12
- Deandre Baker (Sophomore) - #18
Special Teams:
- Kickers:
- Rodrigo Blankenship (Freshman) - #98
- William Ham (Junior) - #92
- Punters:
- Brice Ramsey (Sophomore) - #12
- Marshall Long (Freshman) - #95
- Return Specialists:
- Isaiah McKenzie (Junior) - #16
- Terry Godwin (Sophomore) - #5
Coaching Staff:
- Head Coach: Kirby Smart
- Offensive Coordinator: Jim Chaney
- Defensive Coordinator: Mel Tucker
- Special Teams Coordinator: Shane Beamer
The 2016 Georgia Bulldogs finished the season with an 8-5 overall record, including a 4-4 record in the SEC. They defeated TCU in the Liberty Bowl, 31-23, to end the season on a high note. The team was led by freshman quarterback Jacob Eason, who threw for 2,430 yards and 16 touchdowns, and running back Nick Chubb, who rushed for 1,130 yards and 8 touchdowns. The defense was anchored by defensive back Dominick Sanders, who recorded 6 interceptions, and linebacker Roquan Smith, who led the team with 95 tackles.
Who was the starting quarterback for the 2016 Georgia Bulldogs?
+Jacob Eason, a freshman, was the starting quarterback for the 2016 Georgia Bulldogs.
Who was the leading rusher for the 2016 Georgia Bulldogs?
+Nick Chubb, a sophomore, was the leading rusher for the 2016 Georgia Bulldogs, with 1,130 yards and 8 touchdowns.
Who was the defensive leader for the 2016 Georgia Bulldogs?
+Roqwan Smith, a freshman, was the defensive leader for the 2016 Georgia Bulldogs, with 95 tackles.
The 2016 Georgia Bulldogs football team showed promise, with a strong freshman class and a solid defensive unit. However, the team struggled with inconsistency and injuries, particularly on the offensive side of the ball. Despite these challenges, the team was able to finish the season with a winning record and a bowl victory, setting the stage for future success under head coach Kirby Smart.
