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The No. 8-ranked Georgia Bulldogs and the No. 6-ranked Florida Gators are set to face off in the annual “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” on Saturday, November 7, 2020. The Bulldogs and Gators will kick off at 3:30 p.m. ET at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Fla. The game will be broadcast on CBS.
History of the Georgia-Florida Rivalry
The rivalry between the Georgia Bulldogs and Florida Gators dates back to 1904, when the two teams first met on the gridiron. Since then, the teams have met 85 times, with Georgia holding a 50-43-2 advantage in the all-time series. The game has become known as the “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” due to the large number of fans that attend the game and the fact that the game is held in neutral Jacksonville, Fla.
The Teams
The Georgia Bulldogs are led by head coach Kirby Smart, who is in his fifth season as the Bulldogs’ head coach. The Bulldogs are off to a 7-1 start and are looking to remain in the hunt for a spot in the College Football Playoff. The offense is led by quarterback Stetson Bennett, who has thrown for 1,837 yards and 15 touchdowns this season. The Bulldogs’ defense is one of the best in the country, ranking sixth in the nation in scoring defense, allowing just 17.9 points per game.
The Florida Gators are led by head coach Dan Mullen, who is in his third season as the Gators’ head coach. The Gators are off to a 6-1 start and are looking to remain in the hunt for a spot in the College Football Playoff. The offense is led by quarterback Kyle Trask, who has thrown for 2,030 yards and 24 touchdowns this season. The Gators’ defense has also been outstanding, ranking second in the nation in scoring defense, allowing just 14.3 points per game.
Key Players to Watch
The Georgia Bulldogs will be looking to their star running back, Zamir White, to lead the way. White has rushed for 815 yards and 12 touchdowns this season and will be looking to make a big impact against the Gators’ defense. The Bulldogs’ defense will be led by linebacker Monty Rice, who leads the team in tackles with 68. He will be looking to make life difficult for the Gators’ high-powered offense.
The Florida Gators will be looking to their star wide receiver, Kadarius Toney, to make some big plays. Toney has caught 31 passes for 462 yards and four touchdowns this season and will be looking to make his presence felt against the Bulldogs’ defense. The Gators’ defense will be led by defensive lineman Zachary Carter, who leads the team with seven sacks. He will be looking to make life difficult for the Bulldogs’ offense.
What’s at Stake?
For Georgia, a win against Florida would keep the Bulldogs in contention for a spot in the College Football Playoff. A loss to Florida would make it difficult for the Bulldogs to make it to the playoff.
For Florida, a win against Georgia would keep the Gators in contention for a spot in the College Football Playoff. A loss to Georgia would make it difficult for the Gators to make it to the playoff.
Odds and Predictions
The Georgia Bulldogs are currently listed as 3.5-point favorites to win the game. The over/under total is set at 55.5 points.
The majority of experts are predicting a close game, with the Bulldogs edging out the Gators in a close one.
How to Watch
The game will be broadcast on CBS, with kickoff set for 3:30 p.m. ET.
Where to Watch
If you can’t make it to the game in person, you can watch it on CBS. You can also stream the game on CBS Sports or ESPN+.
Fan Events for the Big Game
The “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” is one of the most anticipated games of the season for both the Bulldogs and Gators, and there are plenty of fan events to take part in leading up to the game.
Events in Jacksonville
- Gator Gathering: A two-day celebration of the Gators, with live music, food, and drinks.
- Bulldog Bash: A two-day celebration of the Bulldogs, with live music, food, and drinks.
- Tailgate Town: A fan-friendly tailgate area for fans of both teams.
- Pregame Parade: A parade through downtown Jacksonville featuring floats from both teams.
Events on Campus
Both Georgia and Florida are hosting a variety of fan events leading up to the big game.
- Gator Gameday: The University of Florida will be hosting a pregame celebration on campus with live music, food, and drinks.
- Bulldog Bash: The University of Georgia will be hosting a pregame celebration on campus with live music, food, and drinks.
- Pregame Pep Rally: Both schools will be hosting pregame pep rallies on the day of the game.
Conclusion
The Georgia Bulldogs and Florida Gators are set to face off in the annual “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” on Saturday, November 7, 2020. The Bulldogs and Gators will kick off at 3:30 p.m. ET at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Fla. The game will be broadcast on CBS. Both teams have plenty to play for, and it should be an exciting game with plenty of fan events leading up to the big game.