MIAMI GARDENS, FL.Ā Happy Selection Sunday sports fans!
The NCAA football committee has just announced all Bowl Game matchups slated for the middle-to-end of the month. During these selections,Ā Florida State University and the University of Georgia were announced to compete in the 2023 Capital One Orange Bowl.
Georgia finished the 2023 season 12-1, en route to being named SEC runner up after a 27-24 loss to Alabama. After commanding the top spot on the AP Poll for the entire season, the Bulldogs fell down the rankings to the #6 spot, eliminating them from playoff contention.
This season, Georgia dominated the competition, defeating ranked SEC rivals: Missouri, Ole’ Miss and Tennessee. Offensively, the Bulldogs were in the top tier of college football, as they recorded 3,973 passing yards (2nd SEC, 5th NCAA), and scored 499 total points (2nd SEC, 7th NCAA). The Georgia defense also held down the fort, recording the fewest touchdowns allowed in the SEC this season (13).
Florida State finished the season as undefeated, 13-0, ACC Champions. During the final weeks of the regular season, the Seminoles lost star quarterback, Jordan Travis, to a devastating leg injury. Despite their undefeated record, the College Football Playoff Committee did not select the ‘Noles for playoff contention.
This season, FSU had notable victories over: Louisville, LSU, Clemson and Miami. Travis’ dominance propelled the Seminoles’ offense to new heights, as they recorded 3,372 passing yards (2nd ACC) and scored 481 total points (1 ACC, 9 NCAA). The FSU defense remained unconquered as well, only allowing 15.9 points per game (1 ACC), and recording 45 sacks (1 ACC, 3 NCAA) and 12 fumbles (3 ACC).
The highly anticipated matchup between Florida State and Georgia in the Capital One Orange Bowl will be played on December 30. Kickoff is slated for 4:00 P.M.
