CFB Week 6: Georgia vs Alabama could be postponed due to weather
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The biggest game of CFB Week 6 could face an unexpected scheduling issue because of severe weather.
No. 2 Georgia and No. 6 Alabama are scheduled to meet Saturday night in Tuscaloosa in one of the most anticipated games of the college football season. However, a developing tropical system has raised concerns about conditions around the matchup.
The weather situation remains uncertain, and officials have not announced any changes to the schedule.
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Georgia vs. Alabama postponement is possible due to hurricane threat
Meteorologist James Spann believes the threat of a hurricane hitting the area is serious enough that postponing the Georgia-Alabama game is possible.
Spann also said officials should wait another 24 hours before making a decision.
The SEC and Alabama are monitoring the situation. The SEC has said it remains in communication with schools whose games could be affected by weather.
Alabama and Georgia await latest weather developments
The game is scheduled for Saturday night at Bryant-Denny Stadium, with kickoff set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Both teams enter the matchup ranked among the top six in the country.
The developing tropical system could bring heavy rain, strong winds and other dangerous conditions to Alabama. Forecasts remain subject to change as the storm moves closer to the Gulf Coast.
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