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The University of Mississippi Athletics
Sugar Buzz: What to Watch vs. Georgia
12/31/2025 | Football
NEW ORLEANS – No. 6 Ole Miss will take on No. 3 Georgia in the Allstate Sugar Bowl in the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoffs, Thursday, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. CT.
We've been previewing the game all week at OleMissSports.com, so be sure to check out our first look for more information on the contest on and off the field.
Scroll on for our top five storylines between the Rebels and Bulldogs, as well as other vital info, including where to watch the game.
How to Watch: Ole Miss vs. Georgia
Date: Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. CT
Location: New Orleans, La.
Site: Caesars Superdome
What to Wear: Powder
TV: ESPN
Live Stream: Watch ESPN
Live Stats: Click Here
Radio: Ole Miss Radio Network
Live Audio: OleMissSports.com
Gameday Program: Click Here
The Rematch
This will be the second meeting this season between the Rebels and Bulldogs. In their first matchup on Oct 18, Ole Miss and Georgia combined to score 78 points over the first 11 drives. This will also mark the first postseason meeting between the two programs. Overall, it will be the 50th time the teams have faced off, with Georgia holding a 34-14-1 advantage in the series.
Sugar History
Ole Miss will be making its 11th appearance in the Allstate Sugar Bowl, which ranks fourth among all schools nationally. The Rebels hold a 6-4 all-time record in the Sugar Bowl.
Second-Half Shutdown
The Rebels defense has elevated its play later in the season. Since Nov. 1, Ole Miss has allowed just 4.6 points and 143.8 yards per game in the second half.
Bowl Success
This will be the Rebels' 43rd bowl appearance. They entered the 2025 season with a .643 bowl winning percentage, ranking second nationally.
Chambliss Era
Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss has made history this season, leading Ole Miss to its first-ever College Football Playoff appearance. Chambliss finished eighth in Heisman voting and is averaging 338.5 yards of total offense per game.
We've been previewing the game all week at OleMissSports.com, so be sure to check out our first look for more information on the contest on and off the field.
Scroll on for our top five storylines between the Rebels and Bulldogs, as well as other vital info, including where to watch the game.
How to Watch: Ole Miss vs. Georgia
Date: Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. CT
Location: New Orleans, La.
Site: Caesars Superdome
What to Wear: Powder
TV: ESPN
Live Stream: Watch ESPN
Live Stats: Click Here
Radio: Ole Miss Radio Network
Live Audio: OleMissSports.com
Gameday Program: Click Here
The Rematch
This will be the second meeting this season between the Rebels and Bulldogs. In their first matchup on Oct 18, Ole Miss and Georgia combined to score 78 points over the first 11 drives. This will also mark the first postseason meeting between the two programs. Overall, it will be the 50th time the teams have faced off, with Georgia holding a 34-14-1 advantage in the series.
Sugar History
Ole Miss will be making its 11th appearance in the Allstate Sugar Bowl, which ranks fourth among all schools nationally. The Rebels hold a 6-4 all-time record in the Sugar Bowl.
Second-Half Shutdown
The Rebels defense has elevated its play later in the season. Since Nov. 1, Ole Miss has allowed just 4.6 points and 143.8 yards per game in the second half.
Bowl Success
This will be the Rebels' 43rd bowl appearance. They entered the 2025 season with a .643 bowl winning percentage, ranking second nationally.
Chambliss Era
Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss has made history this season, leading Ole Miss to its first-ever College Football Playoff appearance. Chambliss finished eighth in Heisman voting and is averaging 338.5 yards of total offense per game.
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