The SEC spotlight shines bright in Athens as the No. 14 Alabama Crimson Tide (2-1) face off against the No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs (3-0) under the lights at Sanford Stadium. With playoff implications on the line, this primetime battle is set to be one of the most anticipated games of the 2025 season.
Game Information
- Matchup: No. 14 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs
- Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Location: Sanford Stadium – Athens, GA
- TV Channel: ABC
- Streaming Options: Watch live on ABC, ESPN app, ESPN+, or through streaming services such as Fubo (free trial), Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.
Betting Odds (via ESPN BET)
- Spread: Georgia -2.5 | Alabama +2.5
- Total (O/U): 53.5 points
- Opening Line: Georgia -3.5
- Moneyline: Off
Georgia opened as a slight favorite, with the line shifting closer as kickoff approaches.
Season Leaders
Alabama Crimson Tide
- QB Ty Simpson: 862 passing yards, 9 TDs
- RB Kendrick Riley: 120 rushing yards
- WR Germie Bernard: 275 receiving yards, 3 TDs
- DL Lebbeus Overton: 1 sack
- LB Deontae Lawson: 10 tackles
Georgia Bulldogs
- QB Gunner Stockton: 721 passing yards, 4 TDs
- RB Nate Frazier: 189 rushing yards, 2 TDs
- WR Zachariah Branch: 181 receiving yards, 2 TDs
- LB C.J. Cole: 2 sacks
- LB Raylen Wilson: 23 tackles
Team Form: Last Five Games
Alabama Crimson Tide
- 9/13: W 38-14 vs. Wisconsin
- 9/6: W 73-0 vs. UL Monroe
- 8/30: L 31-17 at Florida State
- 12/31/24: L 19-13 vs. Michigan
- 11/30/24: W 28-14 vs. Auburn
Georgia Bulldogs
- 9/13: W 44-41 (OT) at Tennessee
- 9/6: W 28-6 vs. Austin Peay
- 8/30: W 45-7 vs. Marshall
- 1/2/25: L 23-10 vs. Notre Dame
- 12/7/24: W 22-19 (OT) vs. Texas
Last Meeting
In a classic from last season, Alabama edged Georgia 41-34 in Tuscaloosa. Quarterback Jalen Milroe connected with freshman Ryan Williams on a game-winning 75-yard touchdown, capping off one of the most thrilling finishes in recent SEC history. Williams finished with 177 yards on six catches in a breakout performance.
Keys to the Game
- Quarterback Duel: Simpson leads Alabama’s efficient passing attack, but Georgia’s Stockton has shown poise in big moments.
- Defense Matters: Georgia linebacker Raylen Wilson (23 tackles) anchors a unit that will pressure Simpson all night.
- Momentum: Alabama is seeking a statement SEC opener, while Georgia is looking to extend its undefeated start.
Prediction
Georgia has the home-field advantage in what should be a hard-fought defensive battle. Alabama has big-play potential through Simpson and Bernard, but the Bulldogs’ balanced attack and depth on defense may give them the edge.
Projected Score: Georgia 27, Alabama 23