Chauncey Bowens Changes Number to Honor Georgia Legend

[Top Row Dawg]

One of the changes fans will immediately notice is that a handful of notable players have changed their numbers ahead of the 2026 season. One of the many players to do so is running back Chauncey Bowens, who will be wearing number five this season, after previously wearing number 33. Bowens recently revealed what it was that inspired his number change and proclaimed that his decision was done to honor former Bulldogs legend Garrison Hearst, who played running back for the Bulldogs during the early 90s. 

During his time with the University of Georgia, Hearst accounted for more than 3,000 rushing yards and over 30 touchdowns. Bowens has an excellent opportunity to carve out a legacy of his own and is expected to make an even bigger impact on the Bulldogs' offense ahead of the 2026 season. Last year, the running back accounted for six touchdowns and over 500 rushing yards.

Seeing a current star for the Bulldogs elect to honor a Georgia legend not only creates a large amount of excitement for fans. It also speaks to the pride that each player holds with representing the University of Georgia.

[Beatledawg]

I like it !!!

[JC-DAWG83]

That's a big jersey to fill. Chauncey had better up his game.