Where is 'College GameDay' for Week 5? Everything you need to know about it

The Week 5 matchup for "College GameDay" has been announced: the show will return to Tuscaloosa, Alabama, for the highly anticipated matchup between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs.

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• Wed • 25 Sep 2024

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Alabama Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs will face each other at Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

The show has made 19 all-time visits to Tuscaloosa, making it one of the most frequented locations for "GameDay.

Where is 'College GameDay' for Week 5?

The Week 5 destination for ESPN's "College GameDay" has been announced: the show will return to Tuscaloosa, Alabama, for the highly anticipated matchup between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs.

This marks "College GameDay's" first visit to Tuscaloosa since November 4, 2023, when Alabama faced the LSU Tigers. It will also be the third time "GameDay" has been in Tuscaloosa since the start of last season, having previously been there on September 9, 2023, for the Texas Longhorns game.

This appearance will be the 19th all-time for "College GameDay" in Tuscaloosa, placing Alabama just behind the Ohio State Buckeyes, who have hosted the show 23 times.

As "College GameDay" heads to Alabama, speculation about the guest picker is underway.. "College GameDay" will take place near the Denny Chimes tower in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, ahead of the game between the No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs and the No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

This game features two top-five teams, making it a marquee matchup in college football.

History of GameDay in Tuscaloosa

The show has made 19 all-time visits to Tuscaloosa, making it one of the most frequented locations for "GameDay." The only school with more appearances is Ohio State.

Who is the College GameDay Celebrity Guest Picker This Week?

ESPN has yet to announce the guest picker for Week 5. Last week, country music star Blake Shelton served as the guest picker.

When is ESPN College GameDay?

"College GameDay" will air from 9 a.m. to noon ET on Saturday, September 28.

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ESPN College GameDay crew
Recently retired Alabama coach Nick Saban is a new addition on "College GameDay" for the 2024 season. The crew now includes:

Rece Davis
Kirk Herbstreit
Lee Corso
Desmond Howard
Pat McAfee
Nick Saban
"Stanford" Steve Coughlin

Channels: Available on ESPN and ESPNU, with streaming on ESPN+.

Significance of the Matchup

This game has implications for the College Football Playoff rankings and conference standings, making it crucial for both teams. Expect a lively atmosphere with fans showing strong support for their teams.

Location Details

The Denny Chimes Tower, an iconic landmark at the University of Alabama, will serve as the backdrop for the broadcast, highlighting the school’s rich football tradition and passionate fanbase.