Jalen Carter: Georgia’s defensive gamewrecker | Georgia Sports

Georgia’s 2021 defense was historically dominant, with star players like Jordan Davis, Nakobe Dean and Lewis Cine leading the way.

This season’s defense has produced another strong campaign despite the loss of eight players to the 2022 NFL draft. And a big reason the Bulldogs have avoided a drop-off is due to defensive lineman Jalen Carter.

Head coach Kirby Smart said prior to the season that Carter is just as talented as Davis or defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt — Georgia’s two best interior defensive linemen from last year.

“He was . . .