BY: Jim Williams
Capital Sports Network
Georgia is a hotbed of college football talent, and the 2025 season promises fireworks across the state it’s Bulldogs and everyone else. From SEC giants to rising HBCU programs, the Peach State is packed with contenders. So who will emerge as the biggest winners in the best team in the Peach State college football this year?
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Let’s break it down.
Bulldogs: The SEC Powerhouse
- 2025 Outlook: National Championship Contenders
- Key Players: Gunner Stockton (QB), Zachariah Branch (WR), Christen Miller (DL)
- Why They’ll Win: The Bulldogs enters 2025 ranked in the top five nationally. Despite losing Carson Beck to Miami, the Bulldogs are reloaded with five-star talent and a ferocious defense. Gunner Stockton takes the reins at quarterback, backed by elite receivers and a deep backfield.
- Bold Prediction: The Bulldogs will finish 11–1 and returns to the College Football Playoff.
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets: The ACC Dark Horse
- 2025 Outlook: Breakout Season
- Key Players: Zach Pyron (QB), Jamal Haynes (RB)
- Why They’ll Win: Georgia Tech is projected to win 10 games for the first time since 2014. With a high-powered offense and improved defense, the Yellow Jackets are poised to shake up the ACC standings.
- Bold Prediction: Georgia Tech earns a New Year’s Six bowl bid.
Georgia Southern Eagles: Sun Belt Contenders
- 2025 Outlook: Bowl Bound
- Key Players: Jalen White (RB), Khaleb Hood (WR)
- Why They’ll Win: Georgia Southern continues to build momentum in the Sun Belt. Their balanced attack and home-field advantage in Statesboro make them a tough out.
- Bold Prediction: Eagles finish 8–4 and win the Camellia Bowl.
Georgia State Panthers: The Spoilers
- 2025 Outlook: Upset Specialists
- Key Players: Darren Grainger (QB), Marcus Carroll (RB)
- Why They’ll Win: Georgia State has a knack for pulling off surprise wins. With a veteran QB and a gritty defense, they could knock off a few bigger programs.
- Bold Prediction: Panthers stun a Power Five team and finish 7–5.
HBCU Spotlight: Fort Valley State, Albany State & More
- Fort Valley State Wildcats: SIAC title contenders with a strong defense and dynamic rushing attack.
- Albany State Golden Rams: Rebuilding but dangerous, especially in rivalry games.
- Clark Atlanta & Morehouse: Looking to climb the SIAC ladder with young talent.
Final Verdict: Georgia Bulldogs Lead the Pack
When it comes to Georgia college football in 2025, the Bulldogs are still the gold standard. But don’t sleep on Tech’s resurgence or the Sun Belt shakeups from Georgia Southern and Georgia State. The Peach State is primed for a thrilling season across all divisions.
