Eagles Players Weigh In on Georgia vs. Alabama Showdown

ATHENS, Ga. — Tonight, a highly anticipated matchup will occur in Athens, Georgia, where No. 5 Georgia will take on No. 17 Alabama at 7:30 p.m. ET. This clash of SEC powerhouses has drawn national attention, and one city with a keen interest in the outcome is Philadelphia.

The Philadelphia Eagles, reigning Super Bowl champions, boast a roster filled with players who have ties to both Georgia and Alabama, making them particularly invested in this contest. Many former collegiate stars from these schools contribute to the Eagles’ success in the NFL.

On social media, the Eagles’ team shared insights from their players about whom they expect to win the game. The responses were predictably split along collegiate lines: former Georgia players backed their alma mater, while those from Alabama did the same. However, other notable athletes like Saquon Barkley, a Penn State alumnus, and Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean, picked Georgia to prevail.

This game is especially significant following their thrilling encounter last season, which fans remembered fondly. Georgia has been capitalizing on its youthful roster, with 54% consisting of players in their first or second year under head coach Kirby Smart. The Bulldogs aim to continue their dominance, having already claimed back-to-back national titles and multiple SEC championships.

Adding excitement to the game, SEC Nation will broadcast live from Myers Quad at the University of Georgia from 10 a.m. to noon before the game. Coverage includes hosts Laura Rutledge and Paul Finebaum along with a roster of football analysts.

As kickoff approaches, all eyes will be on Athens to see if Georgia can outlast Alabama in a matchup steeped in history and rivalry.