The Georgia Bulldogs have had a lot of great running back talent come through the program during the first 10 seasons of the Kirby Smart era. Georgia’s physical running attack is a big reason why the Bulldogs have won four SEC championships and two national championships since Smart took the head coaching job ahead of the 2016 college football season.
Running the ball remains a key philosophy for Kirby Smart’s brand of football, but over the years he’s changed to a more balanced approach. Smart and Georgia have had seven running backs selected in the NFL draft over the past decade (through the 2025 NFL draft).
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Over the years, Smart has preferred to have running back by committee approach. The Bulldogs have not had a running back take over 200 carries since Nick Chubb in 2017. Additionally, Georgia hasn’t had a 1,000 yard rusher since D’Andre Swift in 2018.
Georgia star running back Nate Frazier came close to both numbers in 2025, but early season fumble issues hurt Frazier in his quest for 1,000 rushing yards. He excelled down the stretch and put together an elite season.
2025: Nate Frazier
Georgia Bulldogs running back Nate Frazier (3) runs against the Alabama Crimson Tide
Frazier formed a dynamic duo with Chauncey Bowens in the UGA backfield. The Bulldogs won the SEC championship and notably improved their rushing attack after a down year in 2024.
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Georgia leaned more on Bowens early in the year while Frazier dealt with some fumble problems, but Bowens got banged up and Frazier took the majority of the carries. Quarterback Gunner Stockton also provided a strong compliment (462 rushing yards, 10 rushing touchdowns) to the running game.
Stats: 173 carries for 947 rushing yards and six rushing touchdowns
2024: Nate Frazier
ATHENS, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 23: Nate Frazier #3 of the Georgia Bulldogs reacts…
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