Football

Georgia Bulldogs set for 2026 Homecoming showdown with Vanderbilt

Oct. 3 matchup at Sanford Stadium revives a series that’s been a bulldog dominance story

The University of Georgia’s 2026 Homecoming celebration will feature a much‑anticipated football game against Vanderbilt, scheduled for October 3 at Sanford Stadium on Dooley Field.

Kickoff and broadcast

The game is set to begin between 12 p.m. and 1 p.m., though the network that will carry the broadcast has not yet been confirmed.

Georgia’s previous encounters with the Commodores add extra flavor to the upcoming contest. In 2023, the Bulldogs traveled to Nashville and edged Vanderbilt 37‑20, while a year earlier they posted a 55‑0 shutout in Athens.

A rivalry renewed

The Bulldogs have turned the series into a showcase of their program’s depth, having posted two consecutive wins that underline the gap in talent and execution.

Fans can expect a lively atmosphere as the Homecoming crowd fills the stadium, with traditions and student activities planned around the midday kickoff.

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