Allowing Beck to use his mobility and improvisation ability more — two things he brings to the table that are slightly hidden away in his toolbox at times — was in the game plan and incredibly important in the absence of star running back Trevor Etienne.

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck is expected to carry the UGA offense after the loss of Brock Bowers and Ladd McConkey. With 12 turnovers in the past five games, Carson Beck's NFL draft stock hit a low point.

Rumors about Beck dating Hanna Cavinder, a Miami Hurricanes basketball player, first surfaced in July, just before the 2024 season began in late August. Given the timing, fans have speculated that Cavinder may have cursed Beck, and even Hanna and her twin sister have heard the accusations.