Georgia Bulldogs punter Brett Thorson has been ruled out for the rest of the 2024 season after sustaining a knee injury during the SEC Championship Game against Texas. The injury occurred in the third quarter as Thorson attempted to make a tackle following a punt. He was carted off the field and later diagnosed with a severe knee injury that ended his season. Thorson, a Ray Guy Award finalist, had been a critical part of Georgia’s special teams, averaging 47 yards per punt this season.
Georgia will need to rely on other options such as freshman Drew Miller or other special teams members for punting duties as they prepare for the College Football Playoffs. Thorson’s absence is a significant setback for the Bulldogs, as his consistent punting was key to field position advantages. This injury adds to the challenges Georgia faces, with quarterback Carson Beck also dealing with an injury.
