Austin Gears Up for College GameDay Extravaganza!
Austin, Texas is buzzing with excitement as the countdown begins for an electrifying showdown between the No. 1 Texas Longhorns and the No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs on Saturday, October 19th. This much-anticipated clash is set to take place at the iconic Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, and there’s even more reason to cheer: ESPN’s College GameDay will be broadcasting live from the University of Texas campus, marking the 10th time this beloved program has featured the Longhorns.
Get Ready for Some Football!
The College GameDay show will kick off its three-hour live broadcast from 8 to 11 a.m. CT right before the game. Fans can expect to see their favorite ESPN personalities such as Rece Davis, Desmond Howard, Pat McAfee, Nick Saban, Kirk Herbstreit, and Lee Corso, who will be ready to share their insights and predictions about the day’s matchup.
This season, the excitement has pivoted around Texas, as this marks the seventh time in just four seasons where the Longhorns have appeared on GameDay, with this being the second instance this season alone. Back on September 7th, fans loved watching as the show originated from Ann Arbor, Michigan, highlighting Texas’ impressive 31-12 victory over No. 10 Michigan.
A Longhorns Legacy of GameDay Appearances
It’s fascinating to note that this will be the 24th time the College GameDay set will turn its spotlight on a Texas game. Over the past few years, the Longhorns have cultivated a reputation for being must-watch football. This continues a tasty tradition as this is the third consecutive year that GameDay will air at least twice during a season while featuring Texas. Congrats to the Longhorns for their fantastic run!
The Matchup: Texas vs. Georgia
Now, let’s turn to the exciting matchup itself! Historically, the Longhorns hold an impressive 4-1 advantage over the Bulldogs in their past meetings. Can you believe we’ve seen these two teams clash five times already? Their most recent ‘battle’ was way back in the Allstate Sugar Bowl following the 2018 season, with Texas emerging victorious with a score of 28-21.
The only time Georgia managed to outshine Texas was in the 1984 Cotton Bowl, where they narrowly won 10-9. The earlier meetings in the series also saw the Longhorns triumph with scores of 26-7 in 1957 and 13-8 in 1958 in a thrilling home-and-home series. In fact, Texas won their very first matchup against Georgia in the 1949 Orange Bowl with a nail-biting score of 41-38!
A Clear View of the Field
On October 19th, the excitement will escalate as it marks the second time these teams face off at the famed Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, with the previous encounter occurring in 1958. What a moment for history to be written once again! The game is set for a 6:30 p.m. kickoff and will air on ABC. Texas fans are surely organizing tailgate parties and arranging watch parties in anticipation of what promises to be a thrilling contest.
Final Thoughts: Let the Games Begin!
The excitement surrounding this game has reached a fever pitch, with Longhorns fans eager to support their team as they battle the formidable Bulldogs. With College GameDay in town, the sense of community, the vibrant atmosphere and the shared passion make this a fantastic experience for everyone involved. So, mark your calendars as the Longhorns aim to make history once again, and football fans in Austin gear up for a day full of cheer, rivalries, and unforgettable moments!
