How to Watch Florida vs. Georgia on DIRECTV: Kickoff Time, ABC and the Move to Atlanta
One of college football's oldest rivalries is on the road this year. Georgia and Florida meet on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, the first time the game has been played there.
For channel lookups and other SEC coverage, see ABC and SEC Network. The game listed here is on ABC.
On DIRECTV, ABC is your local ABC station. Here's how to watch and why the game left Jacksonville.
Florida vs. Georgia: quick facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, October 31, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 3:30 p.m. ET |
| TV | ABC |
| DIRECTV channel | Your local ABC station |
| Stadium | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta |
What channel is Florida vs. Georgia on DIRECTV?
The game is on ABC, so tune to your local ABC station. Local channels are included in DIRECTV packages where they're available at your address, and the channel number depends on your market. Press Guide and search "Georgia" or "Florida" to find it and set a recording.
Watching on the go? Stream your local ABC station live in the DIRECTV app where your package includes local channels. If ABC is missing from your lineup, see how to add or remove local channels on DIRECTV or call 1-855-690-9884.
Why is Florida vs. Georgia in Atlanta?
Jacksonville's EverBank Stadium is in the middle of a $1.4 billion renovation, so the game moves for two years. It's in Atlanta this season and at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa in 2027, and it's expected to return to Jacksonville in 2028.
Recent Florida and Georgia games on DIRECTV
Catch up with our guides to Florida vs. Texas, Florida vs. Missouri and Georgia vs. Alabama, plus the full Week 8 college football TV schedule.
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Details reviewed October 26, 2026. Kickoff times, TV networks and rankings may change. Channel lineups, package contents and prices vary by address and may change. All marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.