The No. 2-ranked Texas Longhorns will take on the fifth-ranked Georgia Bulldogs on Saturday in the SEC Championship game, a key battle as both teams contest for the conference title and a potential first-round bye in the College Football Playoff.
The Longhorns (11-1, 7-1 SEC) will look to make history by winning the SEC Championship in their debut season in the conference. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs (10-2, 6-2 SEC) enter the game after their 44-42 eight-overtime victory over Georgia Tech last Saturday.
Following the Bulldogs' 30-15 win over the Longhorns earlier this season, the matchup is expected to be a high-powered battle.
How to listen to Texas vs. Georgia game on radio?
Texas fans can listen to the Longhorn Radio Network, available on stations like KVET-AM 1300 in Austin. As for The Bulldogs' coverage, fans can tune into 95.5 FM WSB, part of the Georgia Bulldogs Sports Network. The commentary is led by Scott Howard (play-by-play), Eric Zeier (color) and D.J. Shockley (sideline).
Additionally, Westwood One will broadcast the game nationally, with Nate Gatter, Derek Rackley and Alyssa Lang providing commentary. SiriusXM also provides coverage for satellite radio listeners.
What time is the game?
The SEC Championship Game is scheduled to start at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
Here are some details you need to know:
Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
Time: 4 p.m. ET
Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia
TV Channel: ABC
Live Streaming: Fubo and Sling
The Longhorns have been a consistent team this season, they rank No. 3 nationally in total defense, No. 2 in scoring defense and No. 1 in passing yards allowed. The team has only allowed six passing touchdowns all season.
In their rivalry win over Texas A&M on Sunday, the Longhorns showcased their strength, holding the Aggies to 248 total yards and making two goal-line stands to secure a 17-7 victory.
On the other hand, Georgia has won two SEC titles since 2017 and is seeking their third under coach Kirby Smart. Their offense has been the key, which was evident in the eight-overtime thriller against Georgia Tech.
Texas vs. Georgia: Head-to-Head
The upcoming matchup will mark the seventh meeting between the two schools. The Longhorns lead the all-time series 4-2 and have faced off thrice in bowl games.
In the 1949 Orange Bowl, Texas defeated Georgia 41-28. In the 1984 Cotton Bowl, Georgia secured their first series win with a 10-9 victory. The most recent Bowl game between the two teams took place in the 2019 Sugar Bowl, where the Longhorns defeated the Bulldogs.
In their last matchup in October, Georgia won 30-15. The Bulldogs’ most recent win over the Longhorns marked their largest margin of victory in the series.
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