It’s the Tennessee State Tigers versus the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on September 5, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 3:00 PM ET
- Location: Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA
- TV Channels: SEC Network+
How to Watch Tennessee State vs. Georgia on September 5, 2026
You can watch the Georgia Bulldogs take on the Tennessee State Tigers live on DIRECTV on SEC Network+ channel 611 on September 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET.
Tennessee State (0-1) at No. 3 Georgia (0-0) — Game Preview
Tennessee State (0-1) travels to Athens to face No. 3 Georgia (0-0) at Sanford Stadium in the Bulldogs’ 2026 season opener. Georgia enters the year ranked third nationally, positioning it among the SEC’s top contenders from the outset, while Tennessee State is looking to regroup after dropping its opener.
Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton returns as the starter for a second straight season, giving the Bulldogs continuity behind center as they open against an FCS opponent. The Tigers counter with quarterback Daylin Lee, who completed 23 of 41 passes for 265 yards and a touchdown in the season opener. Wide receiver Jayden Guy backs him up after catching nine passes for 148 yards, and defensive end Jaylon Price already has a half-sack to his name.
Facing a top-3 team on the road is a steep test for a program still finding its footing, and Georgia’s talent gap should show up early at Sanford Stadium.
National TV
SEC Network+
What Time is the Tennessee State vs. Georgia Game?
The Tennessee State vs. Georgia game starts at 3:00 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Tennessee State vs. Georgia?
You can watch Tennessee State vs. Georgia on SEC Network+.
Players to Watch: Tennessee State vs. Georgia
Tennessee State Tigers
Daylin Lee — QB. Lee completed 23 of 41 passes for 265 yards and a touchdown in the Tigers’ season opener, giving Tennessee State a pocket passer capable of pushing the ball downfield against a deep Georgia secondary.
Jayden Guy — WR. Nine catches and 148 receiving yards in Week 1 made Guy the Tigers’ clear top target, and he’ll need a similar workload to keep pace with Georgia.
Jaylon Price — DE. Already credited with half a sack this season, Price anchors an edge group that will be tested against a Georgia offensive line built for the SEC.
Georgia Bulldogs
Gunner Stockton — QB. Returning as Georgia’s starter for a second straight season, Stockton gives the Bulldogs continuity at quarterback as they open the year at home.
Nate Frazier — RB. Georgia’s backfield features Frazier as the returning starter, an established presence in the run game behind Stockton.
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