No. 3 Georgia hosts Tennessee State in Saturday afternoon football game
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Last updated Sep 5, 2026
The Georgia Bulldogs face the Tennessee State Tigers at Sanford Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 5, in a game scheduled for a 2 p.m. CT kickoff. This contest marks the season opener for No. 3 Georgia, which finished last season with a 12-2 record and a playoff quarterfinal appearance. Tennessee State enters the matchup with an 0-1 record following a 26-24 loss to Jackson State in the John Merritt Classic on Aug. 29. The Bulldogs are expected to lean on their offensive line to establish a run game behind returning starting quarterback Gunner Stockton. The game is being broadcast on the SEC Network and is available for streaming on ESPN+. Tennessee State is seeking its first win against an SEC opponent, holding an all-time record of 0-4 against conference members.
- •Georgia hosts Tennessee State at Sanford Stadium on Sept. 5 at 2 p.m. CT.
- •The game is televised on the SEC Network and available via ESPN+ streaming.
- •Tennessee State holds an all-time record of 0-4 against SEC opponents.
- •Gunner Stockton returns as the starting quarterback for Georgia.
- •Tennessee State opened its 2026 season with a 26-24 loss to Jackson State.
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"Oklahoma State and Tulsa square-off in this in-state rivalry game on Saturday in the first full week of college football. This game will also feature one of the most anticipated players from this year’s transfer portal. How to Watch Oklahoma…
"It's the Oklahoma State Cowboys visiting the Tulsa Golden Hurricane in the 2026 college football season opener. Follow along for live updates.
"The Georgia Bulldogs are hosting the Tennessee State Tigers in a Sept. 5 college football game. Follow live updates.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 6:45 PMHow to watch Oklahoma State vs Tulsa: Live stream College Football, NCAA, TV channel
Oklahoma State and Tulsa square-off in this in-state rivalry game on Saturday in the first full week of college football. This game will also feature one of the most anticipated players from this year’s transfer portal. How to Watch Oklahoma…
- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 4:45 PMOklahoma State football vs. Tulsa live updates: Start time, TV channel for Week 1 game
It's the Oklahoma State Cowboys visiting the Tulsa Golden Hurricane in the 2026 college football season opener. Follow along for live updates.
- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 4:00 PMTennessee State football vs. Georgia live updates. Start time, TV channel for Sept. 5 game
The Georgia Bulldogs are hosting the Tennessee State Tigers in a Sept. 5 college football game. Follow live updates.
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