Trevor Etienne Returns to UGA Football for 2025 Season
In a significant boost to the Georgia Bulldogs’ football program, running back Trevor Etienne has announced his decision to return for the 2025 season. This news comes as a welcome respite for the team, which has seen ten players leave the program via the NCAA transfer portal and six more set to depart.
Etienne’s commitment is a substantial positive for the Bulldogs, who are looking to bounce back from a turbulent offseason. His return is expected to bring much-needed explosiveness to the team, which was sorely missed in the previous season.
The Bulldogs have also bolstered their receiving corps with the addition of transfers Zachariah Branch from USC and Noah Thomas from Texas A&M. These new recruits, combined with Etienne’s return, are expected to provide a significant boost to the team’s offense.
Etienne’s decision to return is a testament to his dedication and commitment to the team. He played a pivotal role in the Bulldogs’ championship-winning season, scoring the game-winning touchdown in overtime against Texas in the 2024 SEC Championship Game.
In a post-game interview, Etienne praised the perfect handoff from quarterback Carson Beck, which allowed him to scamper into the end zone for the winning score. “It was the perfect handoff,” Etienne said. “Best handoff of my life.”
Head coach Kirby Smart also sang Etienne’s praises, describing him as invaluable to the team’s success. “Trevor Etienne was the MVP because he came and said, ‘Coach, I want to play this game, I want to win a championship,'” Smart said.
With Etienne’s return, the Bulldogs are poised to make a strong comeback in the 2025 season. His leadership, combined with the influx of new talent, is expected to bring a renewed sense of excitement and energy to the team. As the Bulldogs look to defend their SEC championship title, Etienne’s return is a significant step in the right direction.
