Georgia Bulldogs: 5 Offensive Players to Watch Vs. Alabama
By John Buhler
Sep 5, 2015; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell (26) catches a touchdown pass defended by Louisiana Monroe Warhawks cornerback Lenzy Pipkins (1) during the second half at Sanford Stadium. Georgia defeated Louisiana Monroe 51-14 in a game shortened by thunder storms. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Who has been the favorite target of Greyson Lambert in his short time playing for the Georgia Bulldogs? It is none other than the leader of the WR group, RS Senior Malcolm Mitchell. Mitchell is finally healthy and playing a free, high-octane level of football.
Will the QB-WR duo connect on another terrific pass like the did against the ULM Warhawks in Week 1? I don’t think it will be as spectacular, but Malcolm Mitchell gets in the end zone in a red zone situation for the Georgia Bulldogs on Saturday.
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Look for Lambert to target Mitchell at least 9 times. Malcolm will likely corral 6 catches for around 85 yards and that predicted TD in the red zone. I would certainly take that against the Alabama Crimson Tide defense, typically none for their strong defensive backfield.
However, what I want Malcolm Mitchell to do more than anything on Saturday is to become the go-to target for Lambert on crucial third down situations. Should the duo convert on 75% of them, I like UGA’s chances to put up some points on the Tide at home in this highly anticipated SEC matchup.
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