Georgia vs. Samford football preview, prediction

Georgia is coming off a 49-3 victory over Oregon. Georgia takes on Samford in the second game of the season on Saturday.

Georgia's coach is satisfied with the team's depth at running back and wide receiver. Third year quarterback Carson Beck is a piece to watch as he deals with 2nd and 3rd teamers.

Georgia wants to play a more conservative style game with fewer plays and a running clock. Georgia will test Samford's ability to control the ball with short and medium passes and high-percentage throws to the perimeter.

Samford upset FCS No. 8 Kennesaw State in the opener. Georgia is playing Oregon.

Georgia is 31-4 at home under Kirby Smart and 29-1 since 2017. Samford is 2-79-3 against SEC teams all time. Georgia is 63-8 when scoring 20-plus points under Smart.

Georgia will build a comfortable first-half lead and rest most of its starters after the break.