Carson Beck faced a challenging first half in Georgia’s game against Alabama, throwing two interceptions and committing a costly intentional grounding penalty in the end zone that resulted in a safety.

The Bulldogs entered halftime down 30-7, a stark contrast to the expectations set for the highly-rated quarterback.

Ranked as a top NFL prospect for the 2025 draft, Beck struggled to find his rhythm against Alabama’s aggressive defense.

After a promising start to the season with 680 passing yards, seven touchdowns, and zero interceptions in his first three games, Beck’s performance in Tuscaloosa has raised concerns about his readiness for the professional level.

Beck’s first interception came early in the game, giving Alabama excellent field position and allowing them to extend their lead.

His second interception was equally damaging, halting a potential scoring drive for Georgia. The situation worsened when Beck, under heavy pressure in his own end zone, threw the ball away with no receiver in the area.

The officials called him for intentional grounding, resulting in a safety and two more points for the Crimson Tide.

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe, meanwhile, delivered a stellar performance, completing 18 of 20 passes for 186 yards and one touchdown. Milroe’s dual-threat capabilities were on full display as he also rushed for 106 yards and two touchdowns.

His dynamic play put constant pressure on Georgia’s defense, leaving them struggling to contain the Crimson Tide’s offense.

The absence of key players like Brock Bowers and Ladd McConkey added to Beck’s difficulties. Without his top targets, Beck had trouble finding open receivers, and his accuracy issues were magnified.

NFL analysts, including Todd McShay and Mel Kiper, have pointed out Beck’s erratic ball placement as a major concern, comparing him unfavorably to other top prospects like Shedeur Sanders.

Social media reaction was swift and harsh, with many fans questioning whether Beck is truly deserving of his high draft ranking.

Comments ranged from calling him overrated to suggesting he isn’t ready for the NFL. Some even compared his performance to other struggling quarterbacks, further highlighting the disappointment in his play.

Georgia will need Beck to bounce back in the second half to have any hope of turning the game around.

A strong showing could help mitigate the damage to his draft stock, but another poor half could lead to a significant drop in his ranking as an NFL prospect.

The pressure is on for Beck to demonstrate resilience and composure in the face of adversity.

The Bulldogs, currently undefeated before this game, will rely heavily on Beck to steer the offense and try to mount a comeback against a dominant Alabama team.

For now, the spotlight remains firmly on Carson Beck as he looks to recover from a disastrous first half and prove why he was considered one of the top quarterbacks in college football this season