The College Football Playoff (CFP) Quarterfinal between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Ole Miss Rebels kicks off Thursday, January 1st, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time (5:00 PM Pacific). The game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN, offering fans multiple options to tune in.
Where to Watch: Streaming and TV Options
For viewers who have cut the cord, several live TV streaming services carry ESPN. Here’s a breakdown of pricing as of late 2023/early 2024:
- ESPN Unlimited: $30 per month for access to all CFP games.
- Sling Orange: $46 per month; includes ESPN.
- Fubo Sports: $56 per month; also offers ESPN.
- DirecTV MySports: $70 per month with ESPN.
- YouTube TV: $83 per month, carries ESPN.
- Hulu Plus Live TV: $83 per month; includes ESPN.
Traditional cable and satellite subscribers can watch via their existing providers. Check your local listings for channel availability.
The Matchup: A SEC Rivalry Renewed
This Sugar Bowl showdown features two of the Southeastern Conference’s (SEC) strongest teams. Georgia enters the game as the reigning SEC champions, having avenged their only regular-season loss against Alabama in the conference title game. Ole Miss, meanwhile, is looking for revenge against the one team that defeated them this year.
The Bulldogs and Rebels previously met on October 28th, with Georgia securing a 43-35 victory in Athens. The game was a high-scoring affair, with Georgia mounting a late comeback to seal the win.
What’s at Stake?
The winner of the Sugar Bowl will advance to the CFP Semifinals, where they will face either Ohio State or Miami. This game is crucial for both teams, as it represents a significant step toward the national championship. The matchup is expected to be closely contested, with both offenses capable of putting up big numbers.
The Sugar Bowl will be played at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The game promises to be a thrilling start to the new year, pitting two of college football’s elite programs against each other in a high-stakes battle for playoff supremacy.
