The Georgia Bulldogs play the Florida Gators at EverBank Stadium this Saturday. Safe to say, it’s a must-win for both perennial SEC powers.
If you don’t have tickets to the game, you’ll want to watch it on TV. This article will show you how.
The Georgia Bulldogs regular schedule will be a tough one, but so are the Dawgs. Wanna watch?
How To Watch The Georgia Game
- Gameday: Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025
- Teams: #5 Georgia (7-1) vs. Florida Gators (4-4)
- Game time: 3:30 pm ET
- TV: ABC/ESPN+
- Streaming: FuboTV (Free Trial)
- Location: EverBank Stadium; Jacksonville, Fla.
Players to Watch
- Gunner Stockton (QB): The new starter must prove he can lead a playoff-caliber offense.
- Zachariah Branch (WR): A dynamic transfer with elite speed, expected to elevate the passing game.
- Elijah Griffin (DL): A top recruit who could make an immediate impact on a revamped defensive line.
- Nate Frazier (RB): Tasked with revitalizing a run game that struggled in 2024.
- Joenel Aguero (S): A junior defensive back with a chance to shine after an inconsistent 2024.
As Athens gears up for another season of “Go Dawgs” chants, the Bulldogs carry the weight of a fanbase eager to return to national glory.
Kirby Smart’s program has set a high bar, and despite the roster turnover, the talent and coaching remain among the best in the nation. “It’s a fascinating team to watch in 2025,” wrote DawgNation. “It could be a reset season, but it could also be a championship season.” With a favorable home schedule and a reloaded roster, the Bulldogs are poised to make noise in the SEC and beyond.
Georgia vs. Florida: A Storied Rivalry
The Georgia–Florida football rivalry, often dubbed one of the most intense and storied in college football, pits the University of Georgia Bulldogs against the University of Florida Gators. Both teams are longstanding members of the Southeastern Conference (SEC), and the matchup has frequently carried high stakes, including conference or national championship implications.
The series dates back to at least 1915 (with a disputed 1904 game), and the teams have met annually since 1926, except for a World War II interruption in 1943.
Over the decades, the rivalry has featured eras of dominance by each side: Georgia in the early 20th century and from the late 1960s through the 1980s (under coach Vince Dooley), and Florida in the 1950s–1960s (under Bob Woodruff and Ray Graves) and the 1990s–early 2000s (under Steve Spurrier and Urban Meyer).
From 2008 to 2019, wins alternated in balanced three-game streaks, but Georgia has since asserted control, winning seven of the last eight meetings under coach Kirby Smart.
All-Time Series Record
The schools differ slightly on the total number of games due to the contested 1904 matchup (Florida does not count it, while Georgia does). As of the most recent game on November 2, 2024:
| Metric | Florida’s Count | Georgia’s Count |
|---|---|---|
| Total Meetings | 102 | 103 |
| Georgia Wins | 56 | 57 |
| Florida Wins | 44 | 44 |
| Ties | 2 | 2 |
| Georgia’s Largest Win | 75–0 (1942) | 75–0 (1942) |
| Florida’s Largest Win | 52–17 (1995) | 52–17 (1995) |
| Longest Georgia Streak | 7 (1941–1948) | 7 (1941–1948) |
| Longest Florida Streak | 7 (1990–1996) | 7 (1990–1996) |
| Current Streak | Georgia 4 (2021–present) | Georgia 4 (2021–present) |
The series has been marked by dramatic upsets that have derailed title hopes, such as Georgia’s 1966 win over Heisman winner Steve Spurrier’s Florida or Florida’s 2002 upset of an undefeated Georgia squad.
Location and Traditions
Since 1933, the game has been played at a neutral site in Jacksonville, Florida—primarily at EverBank Stadium (formerly Jacksonville Municipal Stadium and the Gator Bowl)—making it a unique tradition in college football.
Exceptions include on-campus games in 1994 (Florida) and 1995 (Georgia), but the Jacksonville setup persists due to its financial benefits (each school earns about $4 million annually, plus city perks) and festive atmosphere.
The contract holds through 2031, with 2026 shifting to Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium and 2027 to Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium for stadium renovations.
Known historically as the “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” for its raucous tailgating and riverfront parties (coined in 1958 but retired in the 2000s over alcohol concerns), the event now emphasizes the “Neutral Field of Play” or “War for the Oar.” Fans create a visually striking “beach ball” effect in the stands, divided by school colors.
The trophy, the Okefenokee Oar (a massive cypress oar from the shared Georgia-Florida swamp), has been awarded since 2009.
The rivalry also boasts a Hall of Fame inducting legends like Florida’s Tim Tebow and Jack Youngblood, and Georgia’s Herschel Walker and Vince Dooley.Notable GamesThe series is rich with iconic moments:
- 1980: “Miracle on Broad Street” – Georgia’s 26–21 comeback on a 93-yard desperation pass from Buck Belue to Lindsay Scott, preserving an undefeated season en route to a national title.
- 1981 – Georgia’s 26–21 win, capped by Herschel Walker’s acrobatic end-zone dives on a 95-yard drive.
- 1984 – Florida’s 27–0 shutout, highlighted by Kerwin Bell’s 96-yard TD pass; fans stormed the field and tore down goalposts.
- 1985 – Unranked Georgia’s 24–3 upset of No. 1 Florida, powered by freshman rushers Keith Henderson and Tim Worley (each over 100 yards).
- 1993 – Florida’s controversial 33–26 victory, aided by a negated timeout on a potential tying score.
- 2007 – Georgia’s 42–30 win included the infamous “Gator Stomp” celebration (drawing penalties) and Knowshon Moreno’s 188 rushing yards.
- 2008 – No. 5 Florida’s 49–10 rout of No. 8 Georgia, fueled by revenge for the stomp; the Gators advanced to the national championship.
Recent HistorySince 2020, Georgia has dominated, extending a four-game win streak with a 34–20 victory over Florida on November 2, 2024 (No. 2 Georgia improved to 7–2 under Smart against the Gators). This gives Georgia seven wins in the last eight meetings.
Final Word
The Georgia Bulldogs, a powerhouse in the Southeastern Conference (SEC), tend to play a few games against smaller schools as part of their non-conference schedule. With the expansion of the conference, a tougher schedule means they can lose every week they play. But Kirby is ready.
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