No. 5 Florida State and No. 6 Georgia, two notable teams who narrowly missed out on a spot in the College Football Playoff, are set to clash in the eagerly anticipated 2023 Orange Bowl. Despite entering conference championship weekend ranked in the top four, both teams fell short and were left out of the playoff picture. Georgia’s loss to Alabama in the SEC Championship Game allowed Alabama to leapfrog Florida State in the final rankings.
This will mark the first meeting between Georgia and Florida State since their last encounter in 2003. In fact, this will only be the 12th meeting in their series. Georgia currently holds a slight advantage with a 6-4-1 edge, and interestingly, their previous two meetings were in bowl games.
As both teams gear up for the showdown, they are facing challenges. Key players from both teams have been sidelined due to injuries and opt-outs. Nevertheless, they are excited for the opportunity to test themselves against a top-tier opponent.
For Georgia, the Orange Bowl holds added significance as it will be their 27th consecutive bowl appearance – the longest active streak in the nation. The team is also aiming to extend their winning streak of seven consecutive postseason games, and potentially break the school record for wins over a four-season span.
Georgia’s quarterback Carson Beck had an impressive first season as a starter and will aim to continue his success, especially against a depleted Florida State secondary. Experts predict that Georgia’s execution and depth will lead to a blowout victory. In fact, they are currently favored by 14.5 points in the game.
Fans can catch all the action of the Orange Bowl on ESPN or stream it on Fubo. The anticipation is mounting as both teams look to end their seasons on a high note and showcase their abilities on the national stage.
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