Georgia's top five freshmen after six games

Georgia’s top five freshmen after six games

Oct 1, 2016; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs tight end Isaac Nauta (18) runs for a touchdown after catching a pass against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Sanford Stadium. Tennessee defeated Georgia 34-31. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

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Oct 1, 2016; Athens, GA, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Joshua Dobbs (11) passes over Georgia Bulldogs defensive tackle Trenton Thompson (78) during the first half at Sanford Stadium. Tennessee defeated Georgia 34-31. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Tyler Clark & 4. Julian Rochester

These two will be mentioned together since they play the same position.

It can be hard for the freshman in the SEC, especially at the line of scrimmage. Not only are you adjusting to the speed of the college game, but in the trenches you also have to adjust to the power.

Clark and Rochester haven’t been fantastic, they haven’t had David Pollack-like performances, but for true freshmen, they have more than good enough.

Rochester has 13 total tackles, only Trenton Thompson has more on the defensive line. Clark has 10 which ties him with John Atkins who is a starter. Clark also had a few pass rushes and shared a sack against South Carolina.

No other position at Georgia showcases the youth movement more than the defensive line. Nine players have received significant playing time. Five of them are freshmen, Rochester and Clark are the best of that bunch.

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