As Georgia and Clemson gear up for their season opener in Atlanta, the Bulldogs appear to have a significant advantage due to the game’s location. Scheduled to take place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, this matchup is being promoted as a neutral-site game. However, the venue seems to offer Georgia a notable edge.
Since Mercedes-Benz Stadium opened in 2017, the Bulldogs have competed there ten times, maintaining an unbeaten record against non-conference rivals. In contrast, Clemson has only played at this venue once. This experience in the stadium gives Georgia a distinct home-field advantage despite the game’s neutral designation.
Additionally, the proximity of the game to Georgia’s fan base enhances their advantage. Although Atlanta is not the Bulldogs’ home city, it is filled with Georgia supporters who are expected to dominate the crowd. This strong fan presence will likely make the venue feel like a home game for Georgia.
The game between the Bulldogs and Tigers is set to kick off at noon on August 31 in Atlanta. This will be the first time the teams have faced each other since their previous encounter in the 2021 season opener, where Georgia secured a 10-3 victory.
For the 2024 season, Georgia’s football broadcast schedule is as follows:
– August 31: vs. Clemson, Noon, ABC
– September 7: vs. Tennessee Tech, 2 p.m., ESPN+/SEC Network+
– September 14: at Kentucky, 7:30 p.m., ABC
– September 21: BYE
– September 28: at Alabama, 7:30 p.m., ABC
– October 5: vs. Auburn, FLEX (Afternoon or night)
– October 12: vs. Mississippi State, FLEX (Afternoon or night)
– October 19: at Texas, FLEX (Afternoon or night)
– October 26: BYE
– November 2: vs. Florida (Jacksonville, FL), 3:30 p.m., ABC
– November 9: at Ole Miss, FLEX (Afternoon or night)
– November 16: vs. Tennessee, FLEX (Afternoon or night)
– November 23: vs. UMass, 12:45 p.m., SEC Network+
– November 29: vs. Georgia Tech, 7:30 p.m., ABC
