Georgia Bulldogs: 5 Defensive Players to Watch Vs. Southern

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Nov 29, 2014; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Synjyn Days (10) is tackled by Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Dominick Sanders (24) during the second half at Sanford Stadium. Georgia Tech defeated Georgia 30-24 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

The leader of the Georgia Bulldogs’ secondary SS Dominick Sanders already has two picks on the season, both in SEC play versus Vanderbilt and South Carolina. Will he make it three games in a row with an interception?

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I certainly hope so. With the pass rush coming from everywhere in the front seven, expect a few more bad passes down the middle of the field for Sanders to make a play on. While he won’t best the 88-yard pick six against Vanderbilt in Week 2, I think he’ll make it three in a row before the end of Saturday’s game.

Even if he doesn’t get an interception, look for his on-field leadership in the defensive backfield. UGA will need to look sharp in their last line of defense against Alabama next Saturday. We know that Alabama OC Lane Kiffin loves to air it out. Even with a QB dilemma in Tuscaloosa, look for Kiffin to attempt to stretch the field vertically against UGA.

Sanders and his unit need to play a strong game to feel as good as possible heading into next week’s Bama game. Fortunately for the Dawgs, they only allowed 84 yards passing against USC last week. Another strong performance should only give the DBs more confidence heading into Week 5.

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