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SEC Week 6: No. 2 Georgia visits No. 6 Alabama in a clash of unbeaten conference contenders

Two of the SEC’s three remaining unbeaten teams meet in a matchup that historically carries title implications, either in the SEC or the national version.

SEC Week 6: No. 2 Georgia visits No. 6 Alabama in a clash of unbeaten conference contenders

Week 6 of the Southeastern Conference brings a high-stakes matchup as No. 2 Georgia faces off against No. 6 Alabama in a clash of unbeaten conference contenders. The game is scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC. Historically, this contest has significant implications for both the SEC and national championship races.

Georgia, coming off a 38-14 victory over Vanderbilt, has been impressive throughout the early season with their offense led by Gunner Stockton. Stockton has outperformed his five opponents by a combined 190 points. Meanwhile, Alabama has found its rhythm under sophomore quarterback Keelon Russell, who boasts the third-best quarterback rating in the Bowl Subdivision. Russell has thrown for 1,414 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 184 rushing yards along with three scores.

The matchup could be impacted by Hurricane Isaias, which may bring rain to the game. Alabama entered the game as a 1.5-point favorite at midweek.

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