The Texas Longhorns (10-2) are set to face the Georgia Bulldogs (10-2) in the SEC Championship Game on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. This matchup serves as a rematch of their regular-season encounter in October, where Georgia secured a 30-15 victory in Austin. The Bulldogs’ defense was particularly effective in that game, limiting Texas to 15 points and controlling the tempo. However, Texas enters the championship game as a slight favorite, with initial betting lines favoring them by a field goal, despite the previous loss and the game’s proximity to Georgia’s home turf.
Both teams have demonstrated resilience throughout the season, with Texas rebounding from their mid-season defeat to Georgia by securing key victories to clinch the SEC West. Georgia, on the other hand, capitalized on head-to-head tiebreakers to earn their spot in the championship game. The stakes are high, as the outcome could significantly impact their standings in the College Football Playoff rankings. Notably, this is the eighth instance since 1992 that the SEC Championship features a rematch from the regular season, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the contest.
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