{
  "id": 14105137,
  "title": "No. 1 Georgia prepares to host Auburn in deep South’s oldest rivalry",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/no-1-georgia-prepares-to-host-auburn-in-deep-souths-oldest-rivalry",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-13T03:08:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/no-1-georgia-prepares-host-030801540.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The deep South's oldest rivalry is set to take place as Georgia prepares to host the Auburn Tigers at Sanford Stadium. The Bulldogs, currently ranked number one in the nation, are seeking to claim their spot at the top after a 20-17 victory over Alabama, the first win in Tuscaloosa since 2007. This matchup will mark the 131st meeting between the two programs, with the Bulldogs holding a 66-56-8 advantage in the overall series.\n\nHead coach Kirby Smart acknowledges the unpredictable nature of the SEC, stating that anything can happen, especially on any given Saturday in the conference. Smart emphasized the physicality of Auburn's playing style, noting that both teams are known for their toughness on both sides of the ball. With Auburn coming off an open week, Smart is confident that Georgia will be well-prepared for a potentially tough game on Saturday at 3:30 p.m.",
  "summary": "AUGUSTA, GA (WJBF)- The deep south’s oldest rivalry is on deck for the new number one team in the country, the Georgia Bulldogs. The Dawgs coming off that 20-17 win over Alabama, making it the first time since 2007 that Georgia won in Tuscaloosa. The Dawgs now turn their attention to the Auburn Tigers. It’ll […]",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Auburn football LB Xavier Atkins won't play against Georgia",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/auburn-football-lb-xavier-atkins-wont-play-against-georgia",
        "published": "2026-10-12T17:06:57.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}