Georgia vs Oregon 2022

Georgia running back Kenny McIntosh (6) during the Chick-fil-a Kickoff Game against Oregon at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga., on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. (Photo by Tony Walsh)

Georgia running back Kenny McIntosh (6) during the Chick-fil-a Kickoff Game against Oregon at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga., on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. (Photo by Tony Walsh)

Bulldogs poach Oregon in duck hunt

ATLANTA – Duck hunting in the state of Georgia started early this year. The No. 3 Bulldogs trounced No. 11 Oregon 49-3 on Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Georgia dominated in all facets of the game, but especially on offense and defense.
Dan Lanning served as defensive coordinator and outside linebackers coach during Georgia’s 2021 national championship campaign. Photo by TONY WALSH/UGA Athletics

Dan Lanning served as defensive coordinator and outside linebackers coach during Georgia’s 2021 national championship campaign. Photo by TONY WALSH/UGA Athletics

SMITH: Facing head coach Dan Lanning

A few years back, the trend seemed to favor offensive coordinators when head coaching jobs were being filled.