Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck faces uncertainty after his elbow injury during the SEC Championship Game. A key figure for the Bulldogs over the past two seasons, Beck’s absence due to surgery will sideline him for the team’s upcoming games.

ATHENS, Ga. — Carson Beck had surgery on his elbow Monday, officially ending his season and making Gunner Stockton the Georgia starting quarterback for the College Football Playoff. The news was expected but formally announced by the program on Monday afternoon.

Georgia has reportedly been preparing to play without Beck since the SEC Championship, having considered his return unlikely. Unfortunately for Georgia, there is still plenty of time for Notre Dame to prepare to play against Stockton. The Sugar Bowl kicks off in 15 days.

The University of Georgia is set to embark on their College Football Playoff journey, and they will be doing so without starting QB Carson Beck, here's what the

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck underwent elbow surgery Monday and will not play in the College Football Playoff, the school announced. Beck had successful surgery to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his right (throwing) elbow.

The Georgia Bulldogs quarterback underwent successful surgery on the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his right elbow on Monday, the football program announced in a statement. Beck is expected to make a full recovery, but he won't begin throwing a football again until spring.

The Georgia Bulldogs face a major setback ahead of their Sugar Bowl clash against Notre Dame, as quarterback Carson Beck’s injury confirms his absence from the playoffs.