University of Florida and Georgia Consider Alternative Neutral Venues for 2026-2027 Annual Football Matchups

Stadium Renovation Forces Universities to Explore Alternatives; Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium Likely Venue for 2026, Other Florida Locations Considered for 2027 Game.

Due to a proposed $1.4 billion renovation of EverBank Stadium, the traditional site of the Florida-Georgia annual football game, alternative neutral-site venues are being explored for the 2026 and 2027 matchups.
For the 2026 game, with Georgia set to be the home team, Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium is considered the most likely venue.
The 2027 game, where Florida will be the home team, is considering various Florida locations including Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, and Hard-Rock Stadium in Miami.
The universities have expressed preference for maintaining the game at a neutral field rather than a home-field advantage to maximize revenue, which can be significantly higher from neutral-site games than home games.
The final decision on the venue is contingent on Jacksonville's city council approving the renovation plans for EverBank Stadium, which would also impact the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars' home games in 2026 and 2027.