The University of Georgia has unveiled the kickoff times and television partners for the first three contests of the 2026 football season, setting the stage for a highly anticipated start.
The season opener will see the Bulldogs travel to face Tennessee State at 3 p.m. on the SEC Network+, while the second week brings a home matchup against Western Kentucky scheduled for 12:45 p.m. on the SEC Network. The third game marks the SEC opener, with Georgia heading to Arkansas for a noon ET showdown on ABC. That contest will also be the first SEC appearance for Arkansas’ newly appointed coach Ryan Silverfield, and it will mark Georgia’s first visit to Arkansas since 2020.
Coach Kirby Smart, now in his 11th year at the helm, returns after guiding the Bulldogs to back‑to‑back SEC championships and two consecutive College Football Playoff quarterfinal exits. His long tenure adds a layer of stability as the team looks to extend its recent dominance.
While the schedule for the remainder of the season remains undecided, the early slate already offers a blend of tradition and new storylines, promising compelling viewing for fans across the country.