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Florida-Georgia game moves to Atlanta for first time in three decades

Annual SEC rivalry game will be held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, marking a significant change from past locations.

New York Editorial News Desk October 31, 2026 1 min read

The Brief

  • Game will be held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, not Jacksonville for the first time in three decades.
  • Game name changed to 'Invesco QQQ Atlanta Gridiron Classic' following a sponsorship deal.
  • Roof at Mercedes-Benz Stadium will remain closed despite glorious weather conditions in Atlanta.

The Florida Gators and Georgia Bulldogs will face off at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, marking the first time the annual SEC rivalry game will be held outside of Jacksonville since 1993.

The game's name has been changed to 'Invesco QQQ Atlanta Gridiron Classic' following a sponsorship deal.

Despite glorious weather conditions in Atlanta, the roof at Mercedes-Benz Stadium will remain closed for the game, a decision that has drawn criticism from fans.

Both fanbases, known for their intense rivalry, have expressed frustration over the move to a neutral site, with many calling the change 'awful' and 'stink.'

The decision to play the game at a neutral site is believed to be influenced by corporate sponsorships, which have become increasingly important in the NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) era.

Fans from both schools have united in their dislike of neutral site games, arguing that the campus atmosphere is a key part of the college football experience.

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