“I’m Not Going to Lie” Bulldogs DB Admits He Would Want Pass Interference Called Against Georgia

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back KJ Bolden spoke about a late-game play during the team’s 20–17 win over Alabama Crimson.

The sequence involved Alabama wide receiver Rico Scott in the fourth quarter, and Bolden later shared what he would have wanted had the same situation occurred against Georgia.

KJ Bolden explains his view of the controversial no-call

Georgia defeated Alabama 20–17 on October 10, 2026. Late in the game, Georgia defensive back KJ Bolden was involved in a controversial play with Alabama wide receiver Rico Scott that did not result in a defensive pass interference penalty.

The play occurred in the fourth quarter with 3:28 remaining. Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell threw toward Scott in the end zone, and Bolden made contact with the receiver before the ball arrived. Scott did not complete the catch, but the officials did not throw a flag for defensive pass interference. Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer protested the decision from the sideline.

During an October 12 interview with WSB-TV reporter Zach Klein, Bolden was shown a video of the play. He explained that Russell was looking toward Scott, so he expected the pass to go in that direction. Bolden also said he did not like cornerback Braylon Conley’s positioning, which led him to move quickly toward the play to try to stop it. Bolden felt he arrived as the ball reached the receiver and acknowledged that opinions on the play could differ. Since none of the officials threw a flag, he felt the contact had not been judged as pass interference.

When asked what he would want if the same situation happened against Georgia, Bolden said, “I’m not gonna lie. I would want them to call pass interference.”

On the next play after the disputed pass, Bolden blitzed and sacked Russell. The sack moved Alabama farther away from a potential field goal attempt. Alabama then punted on fourth down and did not get another opportunity to tie the game.

Through five games, Bolden totaled 22 tackles and one interception. Georgia’s win was its first regular-season victory at Alabama since 2007.

Georgia Bulldogs prepare for Auburn matchup

Georgia will host Auburn on Saturday, October 17, at 3:30 p.m. ET at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Georgia. The Bulldogs have won all six of their games this season, beating Tennessee State 63–3, Western Kentucky 70–20, Arkansas 45–17, Oklahoma 41–13, Vanderbilt 38–14 and Alabama.

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton has recorded 1,298 passing yards, 14 touchdowns and two interceptions this season. Running back Jr. Phillips has added 280 rushing yards. Both players have been key contributors for Georgia heading into the Auburn matchup.

Running backs Nate Frazier and Chauncey Bowens missed Georgia’s game against Alabama because of injuries. Frazier has rushed for 211 yards and five touchdowns on 26 carries this season. He scored three touchdowns against Tennessee State and finished the Arkansas game with 80 rushing yards and one touchdown. Georgia has not announced his status for the Auburn game.

Bowens has rushed for 124 yards and six touchdowns on 35 carries. He scored three rushing touchdowns against Arkansas and added three more across Georgia’s games against Oklahoma and Vanderbilt. Bowens’ status for Saturday remains uncertain.

Georgia will host Auburn on Saturday after a win over Alabama that included a disputed pass interference no-call involving KJ Bolden.

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