History of Georgia Bulldogs football in Timeline
The Georgia Bulldogs football program represents the University of Georgia in NCAA Division I FBS football, competing in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Their home games are played at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Georgia. The Bulldogs have a rich history, including national championships and numerous SEC titles, making them a prominent force in college football. Recent success includes multiple SEC Championships and national championships under head coach Kirby Smart, solidifying their status as a perennial contender.
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November 28, 1901: First Mention of "Bulldogs"
On November 28, 1901, the term "Bulldogs" was first associated with Georgia athletics at the Georgia-Auburn football game in Atlanta.
1904: Game Against Florida Predecessor Included
Georgia includes a game against one of the four predecessor institutions of the modern University of Florida in 1904.
November 3, 1920: "Bulldog" Nickname Proposed
On November 3, 1920, Morgan Blake of the Atlanta Journal wrote a story about school nicknames and proposed the nickname "Bulldog" for the athletic teams at the University of Georgia.
1920: "Bulldogs" Nickname Used
After a tie game against Virginia, in 1920 Atlanta Constitution writer Cliff Wheatley used the name "Bulldogs" in his story five times, marking the point when the name began to be used ever since.
1920: Conference Co-Champion
In 1920, Georgia was co-champion of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association (SIAA).
1921: Departure from SIAA
In 1921, Georgia, along with 12 other teams, left the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association (SIAA).
1921: Joined the Southern Conference (SoCon)
In 1921, the Georgia Bulldogs left the SIAA and formed the Southern Conference (SoCon).
1932: Joined the SEC
In 1932, the Georgia Bulldogs left the Southern Conference to form and join the SEC.
1933: Annual Game in Jacksonville Begins
Since 1933, the Georgia–Florida rivalry is played annually at the neutral-site of Jacksonville, Florida.
1939: Wally Butts' Era Begins
In 1939, Wally Butts began his tenure as the coach, leading Georgia through one of its most successful eras.
1939: "Silver Britches" Introduced
In 1939, Wally Butts first introduced the "silver britches".
1942: Claimed National Championship
In 1942, Georgia claims one of its four national championships.
1943: Games Against Georgia Tech Not Included
Georgia does not include two games from 1943 against Georgia Tech in its series record, because Georgia's players were in World War II and Georgia Tech's players were not.
1944: Annual Games Against Alabama
From 1944, the Bulldogs played each season against the Alabama Crimson Tide.
1944: Games Against Georgia Tech Not Included
Georgia does not include two games from 1944 against Georgia Tech in its series record, because Georgia's players were in World War II and Georgia Tech's players were not.
1960: End of Wally Butts' Coaching Era
In 1960, Wally Butts' successful coaching era at Georgia came to an end.
1961: Red Block "G" Logo Added to Helmet
In 1961, a red block "G" logo was added to Georgia's earliest helmet, which was grey leather.
1961: Green Bay Packers "G" Already in Use
In 1961, the Green Bay Packers' "G" logo was already in use, before Georgia adopted a similar logo in 1964.
1962: Annual Games Against Clemson Begin
From 1962, the two schools played annually.
1964: Vince Dooley Hired as Head Coach
In 1964, Vince Dooley became the head coach of Georgia.
1964: Oval "G" Incorporated onto Helmet
In 1964, Vince Dooley incorporated the oval "G" onto the helmet, as part of uniform changes that included adoption of a red helmet and white pants.
1965: End of Annual Games Against Alabama
Until 1965, the Bulldogs played each season against the Alabama Crimson Tide.
1968: Bill Stanfill Wins Outland Trophy
In 1968, Bill Stanfill, a defensive tackle for Georgia, won the Outland Trophy.
1980: National Championship Selection
In 1980, Georgia was selected as national champions from NCAA-designated major selectors, including major wire-service: AP Poll and/or Coaches' Poll.
1980: "Silver Britches" Re-Added to Uniform
Prior to the 1980 season, the "silver britches" were re-added to Georgia's uniform with a red-white-black stripe down the side. Since the 1980 season, Georgia has utilized the same basic uniform concept.
1980: Return of Silver Pants
Prior to the 1980 season, the uniform was changed back to silver pants and has remained silver ever since.
1980: Standard Home Uniform Established
Since 1980, Georgia's standard home uniform consists of a red helmet with the trademarked oval G, red jerseys, and silver britches.
1982: Herschel Walker Wins Heisman Trophy and Maxwell Award
In 1982, Herschel Walker, a standout player for Georgia, won both the Heisman Trophy and the Maxwell Award.
1987: Annual Games Against Clemson End
Until 1987, Georgia and Clemson played annually.
1988: Vince Dooley's Last Season as Head Coach
1988 marked Vince Dooley's final season as the head coach for Georgia.
1992: Rivalries with Tennessee and South Carolina
From 1992, Georgia developed rivalries with the Tennessee Volunteers and South Carolina Gamecocks during divisional play in the SEC East.
1992: Georgia joins the East Division of the SEC
From 1992, Georgia played in the East Division of the SEC, playing each opponent in the division each year along with several teams from the West Division.
1992: SEC Divided into Divisions
In 1992, the SEC was divided into the East and West divisions, with division champions playing in the SEC Championship Game. Georgia was also the Eastern Division co-champion but lost a tiebreaker.
1992: South Carolina Joins SEC
In 1992, the border-rivalry with South Carolina gained importance when South Carolina joined the SEC.
1992: Beginning of annual rivalry with Tennessee
In 1992, with the creation of the SEC Eastern Division, an annual rivalry began between Georgia and Tennessee, playing a significant role in deciding the division champion.
1997: Vince Dooley Inducted into College Football Hall of Fame
In 1997, Vince Dooley was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.
2000: Georgia Dominates Series with Georgia Tech
Since 2000, Georgia has dominated the series with Georgia Tech, winning 18 out of 21 matchups.
2001: Mark Richt Hired as Head Coach
In 2001, Mark Richt became the head coach of the Georgia Bulldogs.
2004: Matte Gray Pants Used
Since 2004, matte gray pants have been used at times instead of "true" silver, mainly because the matte gray pants are of a lighter material.
2005: Trim Redesign
In 2005, sleeve stripe patterns were dropped in favor of solid black jersey cuffs on the home jersey and solid red cuffs on the away jersey.
2006: Steve Spurrier Coaches Gamecocks
From 2006, the border-rivalry with South Carolina gained intensity when former Florida coach, Steve Spurrier, coached the Gamecocks.
2007: Eastern Division Co-Champion
In 2007, Georgia was the Eastern Division co-champion but lost a tiebreaker for the right to appear in the championship game.
2010: Renewed Rivalry with Alabama
Since 2010, Georgia and Alabama have faced off against each other in four SEC Championship Games and two College Football Playoff National Championships, bringing the once dormant rivalry back to prominence.
2014: Series Tied with Auburn
As recently as the 2014 matchup, the series with Auburn was tied.
2015: Kirby Smart Hired as Head Coach
In 2015, Kirby Smart was hired as the head coach for the Georgia Bulldogs.
2015: Steve Spurrier Ends Coaching at Gamecocks
Until 2015, the border-rivalry with South Carolina had intensity because Steve Spurrier coached the Gamecocks.
2018: College Football Playoff National Championship Appearance
In 2018, Georgia played in the College Football Playoff National Championship.
2019: Number of All-America team selections
Through the 2019 season, the Bulldogs have had 84 players selected to the All-America team.
2021: National Championship Selection
In 2021, Georgia was selected as national champions from NCAA-designated major selectors, including major wire-service: AP Poll and/or Coaches' Poll.
2021: Other Consensus Selectors for National Championship
In 2021, other consensus selectors for Georgia's national championship included AP, FWAA/NFF, USAT/AMWAY (Coaches).
2022: College Football Playoff National Championship Appearance
In 2022, Georgia played in the College Football Playoff National Championship.
2022: National Championship Selection
In 2022, Georgia was selected as national champions from NCAA-designated major selectors, including major wire-service: AP Poll and/or Coaches' Poll.
2022: Repeat National Champions
In 2022, under Kirby Smart, Georgia became the first program to repeat as playoff-era champions, winning another College Football Playoff national title.
2023: End of SEC East and West Divisional Play
From 1992 to 2023, Georgia developed rivalries with the Tennessee Volunteers and South Carolina Gamecocks during divisional play in the SEC East.
2023: Orange Bowl Victory and Postseason Margin Record
In 2023, Georgia had a 63–3 victory over the Florida State Seminoles in the Orange Bowl, which broke their previous record for postseason margin of victory.
2023: College Football Playoff National Championship Appearance
In 2023, Georgia played in the College Football Playoff National Championship.
2023: End of Divisional Play in SEC
In 2023, the SEC was divided into two divisions, the East and the West.
2023: Georgia vs. Alabama series record
Through the 2023 season, Alabama leads the series with Georgia 43-26-4.
2023: Series Lead Against South Carolina
Through the 2023 season, Georgia leads the series against South Carolina 55–19–2.
2023: Georgia's last year in the East Division of the SEC
Until 2023, Georgia played in the East Division of the SEC, playing each opponent in the division each year along with several teams from the West Division.
2024: Series Lead Against Clemson
After the matchup in the 2024 season, Georgia leads the series against Clemson 44–18–4.
2024: Georgia's modified conference schedule begins
During the 2024 season, Georgia started playing a modified conference schedule where they played the same teams both seasons home and away.
2024: End of SEC Divisions
In 2024, SEC divisions were eliminated, impacting the rivalry game's significance in deciding a division champion. Through the 2024 season, Georgia leads the series 29-23-2.
2024: Series Lead Claimed Against Florida
Through the 2024 season, Georgia claims a lead of 57–44–2 in the series record against Florida.
2025: Georgia's modified conference schedule continues
During the 2025 season, Georgia continued playing a modified conference schedule where they played the same teams both seasons home and away.
2025: Annual Opponents Named
In 2025, South Carolina, along with Florida and Auburn, was named one of Georgia's annual conference opponents until at least 2029.
2025: SEC announces future schedules
On September 22nd, 2025, the SEC announced the 2026-2029 schedules in which Georgia will play three annual opponents and six rotating conference opponents.
2025: Number of consensus All-America selections
Through the 2025 season, there have been 42 consensus All-America selections, of which 16 were unanimous.
2026: Start of new SEC schedule format
Beginning in 2026, Georgia will play three annual opponents and six rotating conference opponents so that Georgia will play at every school in conference home and away in a four-year cycle.
2026: Rivalry with Tennessee changes to every other season
Beginning in 2026, the annual rivalry between Georgia and Tennessee will shift, with the two schools meeting every other season.
2029: End of Annual Opponent Agreement (Current)
In 2025, South Carolina, along with Florida and Auburn, was named one of Georgia's annual conference opponents until at least 2029.
2029: End of announced SEC schedule format
The SEC announced the 2026-2029 schedules in which Georgia will play three annual opponents and six rotating conference opponents so that Georgia will play at every school in conference home and away in a four-year cycle. This format will remain in effect through 2029.
2029: Next Matchup Scheduled with Clemson
The next matchup with Clemson is scheduled for 2029.
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