Clemson cancels future games against Georgia due to scheduling issues

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Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Clemson cancels future games against Georgia due to scheduling issues
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Clemson has canceled its scheduled football series with Georgia, initially set for 2029 through 2033. Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney expressed regret about the cancellation, stating he 'hates' it but understands the necessity due to the ACC's transition to a nine-game conference schedule. The change limits Clemson's non-conference flexibility, requiring them to prioritize existing games against Notre Dame and South Carolina. Georgia will now need to find a replacement opponent for its previously scheduled games with Clemson.

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  • Clemson's series with Georgia was set for 2029-2033.
  • Dabo Swinney commented on his disappointment regarding the cancellation.
  • The ACC begins a nine-game conference schedule affecting Clemson's flexibility.
  • Clemson needs to cancel one of its non-conference games in 2028.
  • Georgia must find a new opponent for 2029, having only Akron and Georgia Tech scheduled.
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  • 5:07 PMYahoo SportsClemson news: Swinney admits reality amid 'hate' for Georgia cancellation
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Clemson and Georgia have been two of the premier college football teams over the last 15 years. They were scheduled to begin a four-game series starting in 2029, but the series between Clemson and Georgia has been canceled . Now, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney is speaking out about the fact that the series had to be canceled , according to Chapel […] The post Clemson news: Swinney admits reality amid 'hate' for Georgia cancellation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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