The No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs, under head coach Kirby Smart, have always been known for their elite defenses, with NFL talent across the board. 

This often leaves their rock-solid offense flying under the radar.

Now, Georgia hasn't lit the world on fire on offense, but under quarterback Gunner Stockton, the unit has given opposing defenses their fair share of struggles this season. 

The Bulldogs boast adequate offensive statistics, ranking tied for 29th in scoring offense, racking up 33.4 points per game, and 31st in total offense, gaining just over 436 yards per contest

"They've got a very balanced offensive attack," Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian said on Monday. "Gunner Stockton has done a fantastic job of running that offense and creating explosive plays with his arms, with his legs. They're running the football effectively."

The Longhorns' defense has been the strength of their team for most of the season, but they've faltered recently, giving up 45 points to Mississippi State and 31 points to Vanderbilt in their last two games.

This raises massive concerns for the unit going into Texas' biggest game of the season.

The Longhorns have been one of the best teams in the nation at sacking opposing QBs, ranking tied for second with 34 sacks.

On the other side, Georgia's offensive line has kept Stockton well protected this season, allowing just 11 sacks, which is tied for 21st in the FBS. Texas did a great job of limiting Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia's rushing ability through pressure, and Stockton possesses similar prowess with his legs.

Stockton's dual-threat ability is a huge part of the Bulldogs' offensive scheme. Take that away, and you have a great chance to come out on top.

Georgia's bread and butter is its run game, but the Longhorns are elite at stopping the run, ranking 2nd in the country, allowing about 79 ground yards per game. 

However, Texas' secondary hasn't been up to standards as of late. In the last two games, both opposing starting QBs have thrown for over 350 yards and three touchdowns. 

The good news? The Longhorns are returning both of their starting safeties, Michael Taaffe and Jelani McDonald, on Saturday. Sarkisian thinks that'll make a huge difference. 

"Those guys that I touch on affect what we do on the perimeter, because that's everybody playing on the same accord," Sarkisian said. 

Against Florida to open SEC play, a healthy Texas defense put up arguably its worst performance of the season, allowing 457 yards of offense. 

The team was coming off its first bye week of the season, and it looked totally unprepared. That brings up the question: Did the off-week mess with the squad's rhythm? If so, that has to be fixed before entering Sanford Stadium. 

The Longhorns have seemingly matured a lot since that brutal loss to the Gators. That will be put to the test against the Bulldogs on Saturday night.