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Georgia gets mixed game-day injury update

Chauncey Bowens and Thomas Blackshear return, while Joseph Jonah-Ajonye is out and Elyiss Williams is questionable.

Georgia gets mixed game-day injury update

Georgia received mixed injury news in its Friday evening eligibility report, with Chauncey Bowens and Thomas Blackshear returning while Joseph Jonah-Ajonye was ruled out. Elyiss Williams was listed as questionable, according to Dawg Sports.

Bowens’ return gives the Bulldogs another option at tailback. Dawg Sports credited Dwight Phillips with strong backfield work, while pointing to the benefit of distributing the workload among more runners.

Jonah-Ajonye’s absence leaves Georgia without an edge player whom the source described as a disruptive presence. Williams’ availability also remains unresolved.

Williams has contributed as one of Georgia’s better blockers and presents matchup problems in the passing game, according to the source. Georgia could be without those blocking and receiving contributions if he cannot play.

Why it matters

Bowens gives Georgia another tailback option alongside Dwight Phillips. Jonah-Ajonye’s absence removes a disruptive edge presence, while Williams’ uncertain status could affect both blocking and passing-game matchups.

What to watch next

Williams’ final game-day availability is the remaining decision identified in the report.

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