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What a brilliant response to a somewhat inflammatory (and possibly unnecessary, IMHO) article: FACTS! I had never seen a table like this, and the facts clearly speak for themselves.
While I haven't been super-psyched about how SBIV has handled his public image post National Championship #2, I can't say I'm surprised at how he's decompressed following three years of unrelenting pressure and non-stop media attention. The fact is, during the tougher periods, the majority of negative opining has come from close-to-home (esp. DN, and MG in particular), which has to sting to any person, much less someone so young and prominent in his community.
I was speaking with my 89 year old Vietnam vet father, and he said that (in a small way) it reminded him of a civilian/sports version of PTSD he'd seen others experience in the military. Once you're out of the pressure and have succeeded/survived, all of the bottled-up emotions show up in ways that aren't always easy to foresee, or for others (who haven't "been there") to understand. I think there's some merit to this kind of thinking...
All, I know is that I both thank and support Stetson for what he's done and what he achieves in his next chapter, whatever that ends up being. If it's playing football again, I expect his path-forward to be (from an attitude perspective) to be more Baker Mayfield than Johnny Manziel... underneath it all, he seams like a good team-mate, and I'm sure there's strong advisors around him to help in the transition 😁
There is one world class sports journalist, author, humorist, and DGD that would have applauded SBIV and probably been arrested with him in Dallas raising hell........I knew Lewis Grizzard and I am sure he has been tickled Red & Black in Heaven these past two years! We are both expecting great things to come in the NFL for our FAVORITE DGD. "The game of life is like football. You have to tackle your problems, block your fears, and score your points when you get the opportunity." LMG
Lol...I agree. But, we're wasting our breath. With friends and mentors like Fromm and Shockley...who the hell needs enemies.
Contrary to the popular but misguided narrative, Bennett has always carried confidence in himself and does not see himself as an underdog.__MG
I wasn't even aware that was "a narrative". I guess all the other BS narratives that have been generated over the last few years, masked that one.
If Bennett had been QB when UGA lost to SC in 2019...he would have been lynched. Instead...Fromm was spared the massive and unwarranted criticism that an "injured Bennett" received when UGA lost to UF in 2020. The "team" and "Hot-Rod" took all the heat for that Carolina loss.
Same with the 2017 loss to BAMA in the 4th qtr...which, when given a chance...Bennett WON...against BAMA and OSU. Fromm pulled 1...one game...out, in the 4th qtr, against Oklahoma. He lost 2. Both to BAMA...in the 4th qtr.
Fromm is seriously having a hard time dealing with the fact, Bennett is "flat out", a better QB than he is. And, everybody has been second guessing Smart's decision to play HIM over Fields. Sour grapes. Lol
And, where the hell was Shockley when it came to mentoring Bennett? Did he not talk to Bennett at all, before he handed the microphone over? How well did Shockley REALLY know Bennett? Did he not, give Bennett ANY advice on how to handle the media?
This whole article stinks, IMO. Why not talk to some people that actually KNOW HIM? The media...SMH. Fake news won't go away, till we stop reading and watching it. Lol...I still haven't figured out why his age is important to EVERY article.
I've been a Dawg and Football fan for over 50 yrs....and, I've NEVER seen a QB this maligned by his own Fanbase and media...over NOTHING. Not even Joe Cox. Get a freaking grip, Dawg Nation. Interview some people that actually, know Bennett, before writing the article...not after.
When Bennett is ready, he will answer all of these "accusations". In his own way. Lol...and, some people may not be happy about that.
There is a Bible verse in the book of John chapter 8 verse 7 that speaks about how to treat others. I am a Georgia bulldog fan namely Jake Fromm and of course Stetson Bennett. I just want to congratulate this young man for his many accomplishments throughout his college career. The dedication and time that he and his teammates put forth to become National Champions 2 yrs. in a row is outstanding! I wish you much success in the future Stetson! Keep going forward! GO DAWGS ❤️
I may be wrong but this piece of trash appears to be the same article the uber UNTALENTED, much traveled (can’t hold a job??) MG posted a week or so ago but with a new opening paragraph. I know for sure he has used the same comments from DJ, Jake and Finebaum before. How did we ever get such a poor reported covering the Dawgs? Note I said reporter and not journalist because all MG does is try to string a bunch of quotes together to support his biased opinion. So sad that Dawg Nation lost Seth Emerson who is a true journalist. I am happy to pay for The Athletic in order to have unbiased, in-depth journalism. Mike Griffith is a joke and I think the best course of action, for me, is to stop reading his articles therefore denying him the clicks which is part of how he is evaluated.
@DawgOnTheBeach Thanks for the feedback, but I have not written anything about what Jake and D.J. have said about wanting Stetson to get back on track before this article.
I most always take the time to read comments as interaction has played a key role over the course of my 32 years as a journalist, including the last five years covering UGA football.
It's been great to have the opportunities to cover different programs, teams and Hall of Fame coaches (I think Kirby certainly qualifies!) along with living different places with my family and now as an empty nester.
Have a great Super Bowl Sunday, and thanks again for taking the time to read my work and write back!
@truthteller I agree, I expect the best from Stetson if he attends the NFL Combine. That will give him a chance to be judged on his own merit and I think some will be surprised by how fast he runs (I'm guessing mid 4.4s) and his athleticism in the drill work.
@OldDawg77 Stet's yardage was a school record, quite a campaign for the Bulldogs!
Will the next UGA quarterback hit 4,000 yards? Will we see more than one starter in 2023?
Inquiring minds want to know!
I sure wish we could see who votes down comments, for the same misguided miscreants did so on every comment supporting Bennett (two or three each time), while wondering what beef Griffith has against him. All I know is Bennett won two National Championships while here, and he is now gone. So, Mike, give it a rest. You are not endearing yourself to the UGA fanbase - at all. I wonder why votes down are hidden? Might not it allow MG (and others at DawgNation) to anonymously vote down those at odds with whomever writes any given article?
@MikeGriffith ... Good article Mike.
While it didn't shed any further light on Bennett....it DID tell me a great deal about Fromm and Shockley, that I find interesting. Lol
I can't blame Stet for finally saying what has probably been on his mind for months and months. Obviously, no matter what he said previously about ignoring social media and the media in general, all the doubts and comments over the last couple of years had an affect on him. However, he has handled the situation poorly considering what he's trying to do next. His comments were misguided and poorly timed.
I say he goes no sooner than the 5th Round in the draft...same as Fromm.
@BgDawg61 Yes, Jake and D.J. are both very important parts of Georgia football history and ambassadors and leaders for the University of Georgia. Their opinions are certainly valid, and both are behind Stetson 100 percent.
It's an ongoing story with the NFL combine and draft fast approaching, and many remain engaged in the the historical journey we have watched the past two seasons of the Bulldogs and of course their quarterback.
I expect Stetson will do really well at the NFL combine, as he likes to compete and this is an event he may open up some eyes with his speed and great quickness.
I also think he will throw the ball much better than some expect -- he improved his footwork and accuracy greatly between his junior and senior seasons, and he has experience operating an NFL-style offense that many others do not.
Funny you would say this because I had 6 up arrows on my post and no down arrows. Suddenly, in an hour period of time I had 4 down votes. I noticed this same phenomenon occurred with other posters who coincidentally had similar viewpoints. Hmmm 🤔
@MikeGriffith
I agree. Bennett is light years from where he was, in 2019 & 2020. I give Monkin most of the credit for that leap.
Frankly, that's why I was kind of surprised, when Manning chose Texas. Manning might not be as good...or, as mobile, as everybody seems to think. Or...maybe he just didn't want to devote the "development/ adjustment" time and energy, Smart and Monkin require from the "QB Room". Lol...Like the Marines...UGA's not for everybody.
That says something. I believe Bennett is as ready for the NFL, right now, as he'll EVER be. He needed to withdraw from "the fishbowl", to regroup and recharge. No telling how long it will be, before he gets another opportunity to do that.
I was a little surprised at some of the things Fromm and Shockley had to say..."publicly", considering the public support, that former players had afforded them, when they played. It just didn't sound very supportive, to me.
Kind of like a sideways compliment that's not really designed to be complimentary. Lol
If the article had included several positive remarks from the pair...maybe the inference would be different.