The Georgia Bulldogs’ television broadcast schedule and game times for the 2025 football season have been officially announced.
The Georgia Bulldogs, one of the premier programs in college football, have established a reputation for excellence both on the field and in their media coverage. As they gear up for the 2025 season, fans, analysts, and media outlets eagerly await the release of the full schedule, including kickoff times and television broadcast details.
The 2025 season promises to be another exciting chapter in Bulldogs football, with a slate of challenging opponents, high-profile games, and strategic matchups that will be broadcast across major networks, ensuring nationwide coverage. The following overview provides an in-depth look into what fans can expect from the Bulldogs’ broadcast schedule and game times for the upcoming season.
I. The Structure of the 2025 Schedule
A. Overall Schedule Composition
The Georgia Bulldogs typically play 12 regular-season games, including matchups against non-conference opponents and SEC rivals. The 2025 schedule is expected to follow this pattern, with a mix of home games at Sanford Stadium and away contests across the Southeastern Conference and beyond.
B. Key Dates and Breakdowns
Non-Conference Games: Usually scheduled in September, featuring matchups against traditional rivals or high-profile teams outside the SEC.
SEC Conference Games: Spread throughout October and November, often with some high-stakes rivalries like Florida, Auburn, and Tennessee.
Bye Weeks: Strategically placed to optimize rest and preparation, usually around mid-October.
Potential Championship and Bowl Games: Based on performance, Georgia could participate in the SEC Championship Game or a prominent bowl.
II. Television Broadcast Partners and Rights
A. Major Networks Covering Georgia Football
ESPN/ABC: The primary broadcaster for most of Georgia’s high-profile games, especially those with national implications.
SEC Network: The conference’s dedicated channel, often airing key SEC matchups, including Georgia’s games.
CBS: Traditionally broadcasts the SEC Game of the Week, often featuring marquee matchups involving Georgia.
ESPN+ and Streaming Platforms: Increasingly important for supplementary coverage and less prominent games.
B. Broadcast Rights and Scheduling Philosophy
The SEC and ESPN have a multimedia rights agreement that ensures flagship matchups are broadcast on national networks, with strategic scheduling to maximize viewership. Georgia’s high-profile games are typically scheduled for prime time or early afternoon slots to maximize exposure.
III. Expected Game Times and Broadcast Details
A. Prime Time Games
Prime time slots are highly coveted, offering maximum national exposure. Based on historical trends, the Bulldogs’ prime time games in 2025 are likely to include:
Season Opener: Usually a night game to kick off the season with a spectacle, possibly on ABC or ESPN.
SEC Night Games: Matchups against top SEC rivals like Auburn, Tennessee, or Florida may be scheduled for Saturday night, with kickoff times around 7:30 p.m. ET.
Potential Neutral-Site Matchups: If Georgia participates in high-profile neutral-site games, such as the Chick-fil-A Kickoff or the SEC Championship, they could feature at night.
B. Afternoon Games
Noon or 3:30 p.m. Kickoffs: Common for games against less prominent opponents or traditional rivals like Georgia Tech.
CBS SEC Game of the Week: Often scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET, with the possibility of Georgia being featured.
C. Early Morning or Late Night Slots
While rare, some non-televised or streaming-only games might be scheduled at unconventional times, especially for international or special events.
IV. Specifics of the 2025 Game Schedule (Hypothetical)
Below is a detailed projection based on typical scheduling practices, considering key opponents and Clemson’s traditional rivalry, along with other SEC matchups:
Week 1: Saturday, August 30, 2025
Opponent: UAB (University of Alabama at Birmingham)
Location: Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Broadcast: ABC
Overview: Season opener, a night game to energize the fan base and showcase the team nationally.
Week 2: Saturday, September 6, 2025
Opponent: South Carolina
Location: Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, SC
Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
Broadcast: CBS
Overview: SEC opener, a prime time slot to highlight conference action.
Week 3: Saturday, September 13, 2025
Opponent: at Clemson
Location: Memorial Stadium, Clemson, SC
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Broadcast: ESPN or ABC
Overview: A highly anticipated rivalry game, likely to be scheduled in prime time.
Week 4: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Opponent: Vanderbilt
Location: Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Broadcast: SEC Network or ESPN+
Overview: Less high-profile, early afternoon game.
Week 5: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Opponent: at Auburn
Location: Jordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL
Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
Broadcast: CBS
Overview: Traditional SEC rivalry, likely a nationally televised game.
Week 6: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Opponent: Kentucky
Location: Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Broadcast: ESPN or ABC
Overview: Night game in Athens, with high stakes and national attention.
Week 7: Saturday, October 11, 2025
Opponent: Bye Week**
Week 8: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Opponent: Florida
Location: TIAA Bank Field, Jacksonville, FL
Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
Broadcast: CBS
Overview: The famed “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party,” a marquee SEC rivalry.
Week 9: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Opponent: at Missouri
Location: Faurot Field, Columbia, MO
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Broadcast: SEC Network
Overview: Road game, earlier kickoff.
Week 10: Saturday, November 1, 2025
Opponent: Tennessee
Location: Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Broadcast: ESPN or ABC
Overview: Prime time game, potentially a pivotal matchup in SEC standings.
Week 11: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Opponent: at Ole Miss
Location: Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, Oxford, MS
Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
Broadcast: CBS
Overview: Key SEC road game.
Week 12: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Opponent: Georgia Tech
Location: Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Broadcast: ESPN+
Overview: The rivalry game, usually played in early afternoon.
V. The SEC Championship and Bowl Games
Should Georgia qualify for the SEC Championship Game, it is scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025, likely broadcast on CBS or ESPN, depending on the league’s arrangement.
Post-season bowl games, including the College Football Playoff, are scheduled throughout December and early January. Major bowls like the Peach Bowl, Sugar Bowl, or Rose Bowl could feature Georgia, with kickoff times varying from late morning to prime time and broadcasts on ESPN or ABC.
VI. Impact of Broadcast Scheduling on Fans and Viewership
The 2025 schedule, with its strategic placement of games in prime time and high-profile slots, aims to maximize viewership and fan engagement. Night games are expected to generate electric atmospheres at Sanford Stadium and across away venues.
The inclusion of nationally televised games on CBS, ABC, and ESPN ensures that Bulldogs fans across the country can follow their team closely. Streaming options via ESPN+ and SEC Network+ will also provide additional avenues for fans to watch non-televised games.
VII. Special Programming and Events
In addition to game broadcasts, the 2025 season will feature pre-game shows, halftime analysis, and post-game coverage tailored to highlight Georgia’s journey. The network partners will likely host special features on key players, coaches, and historic rivalries.
The 2025 Georgia Bulldogs football broadcast schedule promises an exciting array of games, strategically scheduled to maximize national exposure and fan engagement. From season openers under the lights at Sanford Stadium to critical SEC battles and rivalry showdowns, Bulldogs fans can look forward to comprehensive coverage across multiple platforms.
The combination of traditional broadcast partners like CBS, ESPN, and ABC, along with streaming options, ensures that Georgia’s quest for another successful season will be front and center in the college football landscape. As kickoff times are officially announced closer to the season, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for updates to plan their viewing schedules accordingly.
