[2] Georgia's team was led by a group of veterans in end Catfish Smith, fullback Jack "The Ripper" Roberts and captain and quarterback Austin Downes.

Catfish Smith hit Taylor as he released the ball and the wobbly toss was grabbed by guard Red Leathers of Georgia, who proceeded to dash 40 yards to the touchdown.

"[2] In the fourth quarter, after a short punt, Austin Downes connected with Key on a 27-yard touchdown pass.

Later, Dickens intercepted Booth's pass at the 29-yard line,[15] and Georgia drove it in with Gilmore finally going over to end the scoring.

[2] After a botched punt, a double pass play led to Payne sprinting around left end for Tulane's final score.