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SEC Championship Game: What To Know About Georgia Vs. LSU

The No. 1 ranked Georgia Bulldogs take on the LSU Fighting Tigers for the SEC Championship this weekend in Atlanta, Georgia.

Although LSU’s loss to Texas A&M knocked them out of contention, the Bulldogs are trying to finish with the top ranking going into the College Football Playoff.

If you’re going to the big game in Atlanta, which determines the champion of the Southeastern Conference (SEC), we’ve got some vital information for you. If you’re looking for a bar to support your team, we’ve listed the best Atlanta sports bars to watch Georgia-LSU.

Here are the deets for the SEC Championship:

Georgia Bulldogs vs. LSU Tigers

When: Saturday, Dec. 3, 4 p.m. ET

Where: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta

Need streaming options? You can watch the Georgia game for free here. 

Who’s Playing In The SEC Championship This Year?

The 2022 SEC Championship Game participants are LSU, who has won the SEC West division, and Georgia, the repeat champs of the SEC East division. Each of them clenched berths in the title game with signature wins over Mississippi State and Arkansas and Ole Miss.

Their other common opponent was the Tennessee Volunteers. While Georgia beat up on Tennessee, LSU was blown out by the Vols.

Where Will The SEC Championship Game Be Played?

The 2022 SEC Championship Game will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. The address is 1 AMB Drive NW Atlanta, GA 3031. If you’re not aware, Mercedes-Benz Stadium is one of the sleekest sports venues in the world and features state-of-the-art amenities and premium restaurants.

Here are 5 key things to know about Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

What Time Will The SEC Championship Game Start?

The game is set to kick off at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 3, 2022.

It will be the 31st edition of the SEC Championship Game. The winner wins the SEC.

How They Got Here: Georgia

The University of Georgia Bulldogs have not lost a game for the better part of two seasons. Coach Kirby Smart solved the Alabama curse — all the coaching assistants that Tide Coach Nick Saban has had lost to him — before anybody.

The UGA season started with a resounding 49-3 disposing of the Oregon Ducks in the Chick-fil-A Classic in downtown Atlanta, Georgia, site of the SEC Championship.

Their closest game of the season was Week 4. The Georgia Bulldogs came from behind to beat the Missouri Tigers on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022 in Athens. Even though the Dawgs won, the team dropped to No. 2 in the latest AP poll. Alabama was named No. 1.

Since then, big wins over the Vols and Ole Miss put the Dawgs in the driver’s seat. Many pundits say even with a loss to LSU, the Bulldogs will make the College Football Playoff.

How They Got Here: LSU

LSU had a lot to prove this year with first-year coach Brian Kelly at the helm.

An opening loss to Florida State, where the Tigers missed the tying extra point and played a game filled with mistakes, including two muffed points, had many writing off the Bayou Bengals.

But the increased confidence of Arizona State transfer signal caller Jayden Daniels has allowed the Tigers to return to form rather quickly.

Methodical wins over Ole Miss, Florida and a dramatic one-point victory against Alabama in overtime served notice that the Tigers were back in a big way.

Where To Watch The SEC Championship Game In Atlanta

LSU Tiger fans should strongly consider going to the Copeland’s on Cumberland Parkway. It’s a known Louisiana sports bar for LSU and Saints game during the season.

Copeland’s Of New Orleans

3101 Cobb Pkwy SE #220, Atlanta, GA 30339 | (770) 612-3311

As for the Bulldogs, you’ve got a lot more options, given that Athens is about an hour’s drive away.

Dantanna’s

3400 Around Lenox Rd #304, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 760-8873

Dantanna’s restaurant features an upscale spot to watch the game and enjoy some top-notch food. Located in CNN Center in Buckhead, Dantanna’s has an extensive menu with spirited drinks and a rowdy atmosphere — perfect for watching the games!

STATS Brewpub

300 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, (404) 885-1472

The go-to sports bar in downtown Atlanta, STATS is a short walk from the Omni, CNN Center and College Football Hall of Fame. Inside the brewpub, customers can try their hand at tabletop beer taps and exquisite food with screens all around to watch the NFL playoffs.

One Google reviewer says: “This place was incredible! Service was excellent, food was amazing! There were so many delicious looking things on the menu that my waitress had to help me out with a recommendation. I’m glad I listened to her, the BBQ Brisket Burger was out of this world. The fries were really good too. And then she talked me into getting the key lime pie, it was every bit as good as everything else was. I will definitely go back whenever I’m in Atlanta again.”

See our list of great bars for some Dawgs football.

What’s There To Do In Atlanta?

If you’re visiting for the game, you may be wondering what is there to do and see in a big city like Atlanta, Georgia. From the World of Coca-Cola exhibits to the scenic settings at Piedmont Park in Midtown, there are so many things to see and do

Read Our Guide On What To See And Do In Atlanta

Keisha Smith

Keisha Smith is a Contributing Writer who attended college at Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge. She is currently writing a book on south Louisiana culture.

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