Georgia Defense Steps Up Without Linton | Georgia Bulldogs Football News

Georgia’s defense delivered a strong season opener despite missing key pieces—sophomore standout Chase Linton sat out with a lower leg injury, while backup cornerback Jontae Gilbert recovered from hand surgery. Freshmen PJ Dean and Elijah Littlejohn stepped up with two-and-a-half sacks, showcasing promising depth. Starting center Drew Bobo played through a hand injury, highlighting grit and resilience. Coach Kirby Smart remains hopeful for Linton’s return, calling his status week to week. The Bulldogs’ ability to adapt and perform without their top pass rusher signals a well-built roster primed for the season ahead. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4cb53d81a9a9f26c