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 quarterback Carson BEck is done for the season. Beck was injured in the epic win over Texas in the SEC Championship Game. He came on the field for one final play, handing off as Georgia won the game and title.

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 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.

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck will miss the remainder of the season with an injury to his elbow on his throwing arm suffered late in the first half of the Bulldogs' 22-19 overtime victory against Texas in the SEC championship game earlier this month.

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.