Week 2 Georgia College Football Preview: Bulldogs, Jackets, and Eagles Face Crucial Tests

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By: Jim Williams

Capital Sports Network Senior Columnist and Associate Editor

Week 2 of the 2025 college football season brings high-stakes action for Georgia’s premier programs. The No. 4-ranked Georgia Bulldogs return to Sanford Stadium to defend their 32-game home winning streak against a surging Austin Peay squad. Meanwhile, Georgia Tech looks to build on its gritty road win over Colorado as it hosts Gardner-Webb in Atlanta. And out west, Georgia Southern faces a daunting challenge against USC at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, where former Trojans head coach Clay Helton returns with revenge on his mind. With playoff aspirations, coaching narratives, and breakout stars in play, the Peach State is primed for a weekend of drama, dominance, and defining moments.

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The Bulldogs vs. Austin Peay Governors

  • Date/Time: Saturday, Sept. 6 at 3:30 PM ET
  • Location: Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA
  • Broadcast: ESPN+ / SEC Network+
  • Preview: Gunner Stockton leads the Bulldogs after a dominant Week 1 win over Marshall. Georgia’s defense, anchored by Gabe Harris, will look to contain Austin Peay QB Chris Parson, who’s coming off a historic FBS upset.
  • Prediction: Georgia 45, Austin Peay 10

Yellow Jackets vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs

  • Date/Time: Saturday, Sept. 6 at 3:30 PM ET
  • Location: Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field, Atlanta, GA
  • Broadcast: ACC Network
  • Preview: Haynes King dazzled in Week 1 with 156 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Georgia Tech’s offense should overpower Gardner-Webb, but the Runnin’ Bulldogs are fresh off a 52-point shootout win and won’t go quietly.
  • Prediction: Georgia Tech 38, Gardner-Webb 17

Georgia Southern Eagles vs. USC

Date/Time: Saturday, Sept. 6 at 7:30 PM ET

Location: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA

Broadcast: FS1

Preview: Clay Helton returns to USC, now leading Southern. After a tough loss to Fresno State, the Eagles face a USC team that dropped 73 points in Week 1. JC French must be flawless to keep it competitive.

Prediction: USC 52, Georgia Southern 21