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2-ranked Florida on Saturday, Dec. 6 (4:00 PM, ET) from the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Ga. Wireless customers subscribing to the MediaFLO service can also view 2008 SEC CHAMPIONSHIP live and for free on CBS Sports Mobile. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Nation’s No. 1 team is underdog in SEC title game Dec 4, 2008
It s No. 1 Alabama vs. No. 2 Florida in the Southeastern Conference championship game at the Georgia Dome on Saturday. The once-beaten Gators most dominant team in the SEC title game that began an annual run in 1992, are favored by 9 1/2 points in this showdown that will send the winner to the BCS national championship game in Miami. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
'No talk of Miami' between Bama, Florida Dec 3, 2008
The Tide are 3-0 in games decided by less than a touchdown and on their way to the Georgia Dome. Its probably better to aim high and miss than to aim low and hit, Saban said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
No. 1 North Carolina ready for trip to Detroit Dec 3, 2008
During a road trip to Atlanta during the 2006-07 season, Williams decided to show his team the Georgia Dome - the host of that season's Final Four. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Alabama takes its game indoors Dec 3, 2008
The Crimson Tide worked out in the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility to simulate the playing surface of the Georgia Dome. "It went good," right guard Drew Davis said. (Florida Today)
[From The Times-Picayune] Dec 3, 2008
The Falcons beat the Saints 34-20 on Nov. 9 at the Georgia Dome in a one-sided game. Atlanta intercepted Saints quarterback Drew Brees three times; the last one was returned 95 yards for a touchdown by former LSU defensive back Chevis Jackson. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Sports » Dec 3, 2008
Tech has been chosen to play in the Chick-fil-A Bowl Dec. 31 at the Georgia Dome. Will the Dogs win the SEC next season. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Atlanta / South Fulton Dec 3, 2008
The Georgia Dome missed its profit mark for October. More headlines. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Five things you need to know about the SEC championship game Dec 3, 2008
Yes, Florida will be very quick on the turf in the Georgia Dome ... This season has been wonderful for me and millions of Bama fans, but midnight strikes at the Georgia Dome. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
More Ga. Tech. Dec 3, 2008
Tech has been chosen to play in the Chick-fil-A Bowl Dec. 31 at the Georgia Dome. MORE YELLOW JACKETS HEADLINES. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Trip to Georgia Dome was Florida's focus all season long Dec 3, 2008
The Tide are 3-0 in games decided by less than a touchdown and on their way to the Georgia Dome ... " SATURDAY No. 1 Alabama vs. No. 2 Florida At Georgia Dome 4 p.m. (CBS) Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Wednesday, December 03, 2008 WANT TO COMMENT? Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of the Athens Banner-Herald. Please read our . You can rate each comment by clicking the or buttons. To flag an inappropriate comment, click the button. If you are experiencing... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Georgia Dome profits down in October Dec 3, 2008
Despite the Atlanta Falcons winning ways, the Georgia Dome is facing tough economic times. Operators had anticipated profit of $20. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
10 Teams Still Making Plans To Play In The Ga. Dome Dec 3, 2008
Usually, this would be the week where 20 teams in the GHSA were preparing to play at the Georgia Dome ... And after going to the Georgia Dome two years in a row, it feels strange not to be thinking about making that trip north this year ... A win punches Wilkinson County s ticket to the Georgia Dome. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Coaches turn attention to title game Dec 2, 2008
No. 1 Alabama (12-0, 8-0 SEC) and Florida (11-1, 7-1) will meet at 3 p.m. at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta ... Many have wondered if the artificial turf at the Georgia Dome will speed up the already quick Florida skilled players ... It's going to be a fast track (at the Georgia Dome), but that team we're playing has some fast guys, too, said Meyer. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Alabama excited about beating Auburn Dec 2, 2008
Now, Johnson and his teammates prepare for the Florida Gators in the Southeastern Conference championship game Saturdayat the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. It's the next game, but just on a bigger stage, Johnson said. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Bolts Notebook: Same Old Story Dec 2, 2008
--The San Diego Chargers last played the in 2004, when the Falcons clawed out a 21-20 victory in front of 70,187 fans at the Georgia Dome. The Chargers can only imagine what 70,000-plus fans must feel like, as the Bolts have yet to sell out next week's home game against the rival. (ChargersUpdate.com)
No respect for No. 1: Florida favored vs. 'Bama Dec 2, 2008
Now, its back to Square One for team No. 1: As an underdog in the Georgia Dome. No. 2 Florida is a 10-point favorite to topple the top-ranked Crimson Tide Saturday in the Southeastern Conference championship game in Atlanta, where Bama opened the season as an underdog to Clemson. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Alabama beats all the odds Dec 2, 2008
In short, it's a team that many feel has no business facing the Gators in the Georgia Dome. Florida hopes to prove that with its speed and talent. (Florida Today)
Red Devils are area's last hope for title Dec 2, 2008
DID YOU KNOW: The last state semifinal game Lincoln County played outside the Georgia Dome was a 14-0 home victory over Buford in 1995. The Red Devils blanked Macon County 12-0 the following week for the state title and a 15-0 season. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Georgia Tech's bowl picture shaping up Dec 2, 2008
Dec. 31 at Georgia Dome. Possible opponents: LSU, South Carolina. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Elton John, Billy Joel coming to town Dec 2, 2008
Now here Joel and John are with 350 million albums sold worldwide Philips Arena president Bob Williams said at the press conference back with a tour first put on here in 1994 at the Georgia Dome. (A sell-out. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Counterfeit tickets warning Dec 2, 2008
Alabama vs. Florida, Georgia Dome, Saturday ... ATLANTA (AP) The Southeastern Conference is reminding fans to be wary of buying counterfeit tickets to Saturday s Florida-Alabama SEC championship game at the Georgia Dome ... There will be a ticket validation window at the Georgia Dome s main box office where fans can confirm the authenticity of a ticket. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Putting focus on the Falcons' playoff picture Dec 2, 2008
The Falcons are 5-1 in the Georgia Dome this year ... The Bucs come to the Georgia Dome after the Carolina game, before closing out the season with at home against lowly San Diego and Oakland. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bradley's Buzz: Dress this in white and gold! Dec 2, 2008
That will happen Saturday at the Georgia Dome, and frequent Buzz contributor Greg Doyel wrote on CBSsports. com that the No. 1 team that d be Alabama (My guess is that Bama will. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Semis have North Georgia flavor Dec 2, 2008
The winners of this week s games will play in the state finals Dec. 12-13 in the Georgia Dome. Related Subjects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tide an underdog against Florida Dec 2, 2008
Now, it's back to Square One for team No. 1: As an underdog in the Georgia Dome ... " TICKET WARNING The Southeastern Conference is reminding fans to be wary of buying counterfeit tickets to Saturday s Florida-Alabama SEC championship game at the Georgia Dome. Tickets for the game are sold out. The SEC said Monday that fans holding fake tickets will be denied admission. There will be a ticket validation window at the Georgia Dome s main box office where fans can confirm the authenticity of a... (Athens Banner-Herald)
UNIQUE REFEREE: Alberto Riveron is only Latino to lead NFL crew Dec 2, 2008
From his perch inside a Georgia Dome press box, McGrath recommended an instant-replay review. Rivern suspended play, retreated to the instant-replay booth on the sideline and examined the catch from different angles while conferring with McGrath over a wireless headset. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Strength is Tide's strength Dec 2, 2008
They made No. 2 Florida (11-1) a 10-point favorite over Alabama in Saturday's SEC championship game at the Georgia Dome ... With the game inside on the Georgia Dome's artificial turf, those three players in particular are even more dangerous. (Florida Times-Union)
GATORS NOTEBOOK: Harvin's ankle is improving Dec 2, 2008
The Gators would miss his speed and elusiveness on the artificial turf of the Georgia Dome. Harvin had a big game in UF's 38-28 victory over Arkansas in the 2006 SEC title game. (Florida Times-Union)
No. 1 Tide vs. No. 2 Gators for SEC title Dec 1, 2008
Alabama (12-0) and Florida (11-1) will play Saturday at the Georgia Dome in the Southeastern Conference title game. The winner is virtually guaranteed a spot in the BCS national championship game in Miami on Jan. 8. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Florida's Harvin questionable for SEC title game Dec 1, 2008
Junior sprained his ankle against Florida State and coach said Sunday the receiver is questionable for the Gators' matchup against No. 1 Alabama at 4 p.m. Saturday in the Georgia Dome. "He's here and he's moving around, so we'll see what happens," Meyer said. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Alabama stalks bigger game against Florida in SEC title contest Dec 1, 2008
To avoid that scenario, here's what the Crimson Tide must deal with at 3 p.m. Saturday in the Georgia Dome. -- Heading into the Florida State game, Florida was ranked first in the SEC in both total offense and scoring offense. (AL.com)
SEC game is BCS semifinal Dec 1, 2008
Reaching Georgia Dome was the Gators' goal; Harvin's status unclear ... No. 2 Florida (11-1) faces No. 1 Alabama (12-0) in the SEC championship game in the Georgia Dome on Saturday afternoon. (Florida Times-Union)
Students rise to Lego challenge Dec 1, 2008
The international competition culminates in April at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. FIRST, which means For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, was founded by American inventor Dean Kamen in 1989. (St. Catharines Standard)
Georgia Tech storms past Georgia Nov 30, 2008
Nevertheless, Johnson became the first coach to win nine games his first year and while the Jackets (9-3) were simultaneously eliminated from the ACC championship game with Virginia Tech s 17-14 win over Virginia, his team has several postseason options, perhaps the most obvious one the Chick-fil-A bowl on Dec. 31 in the Georgia Dome. We had our chance Johnson said of the ACC title, and we didn t get it done. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
UGA beat blog Nov 30, 2008
I ll be driving my BIG RED Ford truck to the Georgia Dome next week, showing it off. That way, it ll be kinda like Georgia made it to the dome anyway. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
'Bama, Gators set up semifinal Nov 30, 2008
Alabama (12-0) heads to the Georgia Dome for its first appearance in the SEC championship game since 1999. Tim Tebow and the Gators extended their winning streak against Florida State to five games with a 45-15 victory in Tallahassee. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Hope Floats as Falcons Await Nov 29, 2008
The Falcons held on for a 21-20 win before more than 70,000 fans at the Georgia Dome. Atlanta hasn't played in San Diego since 1997, another Falcons win. (ChargersUpdate.com)
Bowden doesn't want to trade scores with Gators Nov 29, 2008
But if Florida doesn't beat its most fierce rival, the SEC title will be the only thing at stake for the Gators in the Georgia Dome. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Dogs'll get stung, says Schultz Nov 28, 2008
Broncos at Jets: I m sure it made Mike Smith feel really good that Denver lost to Oakland the week after winning in the Georgia Dome. Waiter, another hemlock smoothie please. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Are you a senior prospect "overlooked" by colleges? Here's what to do about it Nov 28, 2008
That year was 2004, the same year Laney lost a close game in the AA State Semi-finals against Charlton County in the Georgia Dome. Not to mention, he also received the Offensive Player of the Year award for Class AA. He did not get over-looked. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
NFL: Jenkins happy with new contract Nov 27, 2008
He developed a reputation for dropping passes in losses at the Georgia Dome -- like the 62-yarder that fell through his fingers against the New York Giants in 2006 and the ball that slipped away last year and allowed Saints safety Roman Harper to score an easy touchdown. Jenkins also played his first three years in an imbalanced attack led by improvisational quarterback Michael Vick. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Rebels have high-energy practice as Egg Bowl nears Nov 27, 2008
"We had good concentration today," Ole Miss coach Houston Nutt said. "We had a really good practice. Guys really moved around and boy, I tell you, I like the way they went about things.". (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Voice says it's time for college football playoffs Nov 26, 2008
I would have told Nicky it was Las Vegas, a morning-line outpost prepared to establish the Gators a touchdown favorite in the Dec. 6 showdown in the Georgia Dome. All we know is this: The Southeastern Conference will decide its champion on the field. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Are Panthers on the brink of collapse? Nov 26, 2008
That makes this week perfect, because if they can't find the appropriate motivation to turn it around after the spot they left laying on the Georgia Dome floor, you wonder whether they're legitimate contenders. "Can't catch a break," said one of them quietly, shaking his head after peering at the schedule and the previous week's result for the opponent. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Dublin Has To Prove Doubters Wrong Vs. The Wolves Nov 26, 2008
The Irish were destroyed in the semifinals last year 48-0 in the Georgia Dome ... Buford won the first match up between the Irish and the Wolves in a 28-24 game in the Georgia Dome on Nov. 11, 2004 ... When Dublin won the region title this year, we all knew that the path to the Georgia Dome would somewhere lead to Buford. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Black fans warm to 'Vanilla Vick' Nov 25, 2008
Tiauna Crooms, a devotee of the Atlanta Falcons, gushed about their rookie quarterback, Matt Ryan, from her seat at the Georgia Dome. "I'm excited about him," she said. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Falcons climbing pecking order in NFC South Nov 24, 2008
Barker was the last man to beat, but Douglas merely pointed at him the final 10 yards before leaping into the Georgia Dome stands to celebrate a 38-21 lead with less than five minutes to go. "Once I made my cut, I saw the opening and I saw I had two guys to beat," Douglas said. (Boston Globe)
Top two teams come from SEC Nov 24, 2008
The Southeastern Conference title game could have a national championship feel when Alabama faces Florida in the Georgia Dome in two weeks. More Sports. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Lane closures extended on Downtown Connector Nov 24, 2008
Falcons fans, beware: Traffic on the Downtown Connector could be a headache early this afternoon as you head to the game at the Georgia Dome. Georgia Department of Transportation work crews will need to extend closures of three right southbound lanes between Williams Street and I-20 until 2 p.m.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Delhomme's elbow holds up fine Nov 24, 2008
Advertisements David Scott and Charles Chandler, Staff Writers ATLANTA - Carolina Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme wore a long, elastic wrap on his right (throwing) arm while on the sideline late in Sunday's 45-28 loss against the Atlanta Falcons in the Georgia Dome. Delhomme, who had Tommy John elbow surgery last season, said the elbow was hit during the game but was fine. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Falcons thump Panthers Nov 24, 2008
Advertisements Charles Chandler, Staff Writer ATLANTA - The Carolina Panthers didnt start or finish well in a stinging 45-28 loss to the Atlanta Falcons Sunday at the Georgia Dome. The Falcons built a 17-0 lead before Carolina picked up a first down. (News & Observer -- Sports)
How would you rate the Falcons' performance? Nov 24, 2008
Time for the report card on the Falcons' effort Sunday against Carolina at the Georgia Dome. Rate the following four categories: offense, defense, special teams and coaching. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Is Matt Ryan the best rookie QB ever? Nov 24, 2008
When the Georgia Dome can get 90% capacity, let me know. By. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Falcons' Abraham leaves early with injury Nov 24, 2008
Smith credited Georgia Dome crowd for their help. We had four or possibly five procedural penalties that I think were directly attributed to the crowd today, Smith said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The AP Top 25 Poll Nov 24, 2008
The Southeastern Conference title could have a national championship feel when Alabama faces Florida in the Georgia Dome in two weeks. No. 1 vs. No. 2, a month before the BCS national championship game is played. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Carolina Panthers at Atlanta Falcons Nov 23, 2008
KEY STATSPANTHERS3 Straight victories in Georgia Dome ... 9-4 Record in Georgia Dome against Panthers. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Falcons' playoff hopes run through Panthers Nov 22, 2008
Which team will show up at the Georgia Dome, the passing Panthers or the running Panthers. If I had my druthers, I d like to have them both at once, Carolina coach John Fox said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Connector construction! Nov 22, 2008
DOT intends to finish all work before the Atlanta Falcons kick-off at the Georgia Dome at 4 p.m.. Inside AJC.COM. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
HIGH SCHOOL PLAYOFFS Nov 22, 2008
Good luck to all teams from our great region, Region 1AAAAA. I hope all high school fans support the State Championship format in the Georgia Dome. Let s sell out the Georgia Dome in support of great high school football across the Peach State. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Opinion: More on line for underdog Tigers, not No. 1 Tide, in 72nd Iron Bowl Nov 22, 2008
A win over their arch rival would certainly create a whirlwind of unmatched anticipation for the SEC title game in the Georgia Dome. As long as Bama gets to Florida unscathed, it means that Saban s crew would be in line for the school s second BCS bowl bid and a boatload of cash. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Dublin Advances To Face Buford Nov 22, 2008
The Wolves beat the Irish 48-0 in the state semifinals at the Georgia Dome last season. Because both teams finished first in their respective regions, a coin toss today will decide which will get homefield advantage. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
The Bell Tolls: Chargers' porous D adding to downfall Nov 21, 2008
The Falcons lost for the first time this season at the Georgia Dome last weekend, and seek to avenge a 24-9 loss at Carolina in Week 4 that incidentally marked Delhomme's best game of the season (20-of-29, 294 yards, two TDs). In recent weeks, though, Delhomme has not had such sharpness. (USA Today -- Sports)
Prep: Coaches approaching 500 game mark Nov 21, 2008
While Mr. Campbell will coach his 500th tonight, Mr. Welsh knows that to hit the milestone this season, his Bulldogs will have to reach the Class AAA title game in the Georgia Dome. But there is next year. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Key spot in season Nov 21, 2008
But only a few will acknowledge the elephant before playing what is essentially a division-title elimination game against the Carolina Panthers at 4:15 p.m. Sunday at the Georgia Dome. RELATED STORIES. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
