Carson Beck helped lift Georgia football to a 12-0 regular season record last year. The quarterback appeared to contemplate leaving Athens, but ultimately decided to return for another run with the Bulldogs.
When Beck arrived at the Georgia football complex on Tuesday, his flashy new ride, a Lamborghini Uros Performante, was a hot topic. A 2023 version of the vehicle starts at about $260,000. The price can exceed $300,000 if a buyer selects certain add-ons.
Beck created a stir when he posted a photo of the luxury vehicle during the offseason. Shortly after the photo circulated on social media, several questions also began to arise.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM
Carson Beck #15 of the Georgia Bulldogs warms up before the game against the Missouri Tigers at Sanford Stadium on November 4, 2023 in Athens, Georgia. (Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
During a news conference before spring practice, Beck attempted to downplay the attention surrounding the expensive SUV.
RAMS COACH SEAN MCVAY DOUBTS ABOUT STETSON BENNETT'S STATUS IN 2024: 'WE DON'T HAVE A RESERVE QB'
“I mean, yeah, it's not a big deal in my opinion. It's like I said. I love cars. I have a car. That's really all it is,” Beck said. “Obviously a lot of people will look at it and say what a terrible decision, what a terrible choice with their money. But it's just a car. It's no big deal. I just drive it.”
Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) signals the fourth quarter during the 90th Capital One Orange Bowl game between the Florida State Seminoles and the Georgia Bulldogs on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL. (Nick Tre. Smith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
Beck also shared a post on Instagram that appeared to show him flying on a private jet over spring break. It is unclear whether the trip was affiliated with a name, image and likeness (NIL) agreement.
Beck, a self-proclaimed “car guy,” said he used to dream of owning a Ford Mustang.
“I've always been a car guy since I was a kid. I grew up always loving cars. My dream car when I was super, super young was always a Mustang,” Beck said.
“I've never owned a Mustang, but I got over it when I was 14 or 15. I've always been a big car fan. Growing up in that and being able to associate myself with that brand is a big challenge for my brand name. Being able to get that car, obviously it's a blessing. To be able to associate [with Lamborghini] and getting that car, it's been amazing.”
Carson Beck #15 of the Georgia Bulldogs warms up before the game against the Mississippi Rebels at Sanford Stadium on November 11, 2023 in Athens, Georgia. (Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
Beck's teammates noted that he graciously allowed them to sit in the passenger seat.
“Yeah, we were happy for him. He deserves it. He works for everything he gets. We think he's one of the best quarterbacks in the country. He works for everything he gets,” Georgia defensive lineman Mykel said. Williams said. “Some [of us have gotten to ride in it]. Quite. Carson is a great team guy. Man, he loves us, man.”
CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP
Georgia won the College Football Playoff National Championship after the 2021 and 2022 seasons. The Bulldogs suffered a close loss to the Alabama Crimson Tide in last year's SEC championship game and ultimately missed the College Football Playoff.
But, with Beck returning and another strong recruiting class preparing this year, Georgia is a favorite to win the national title next season.
Follow Fox News Digital sports coverage in Xand subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
