skyarccfb: Rivalry Week 2025: Full Preview of the Top Games

Rivalry Week 2025: Full Preview of the Top Games

When & TV: November 29, 2025 — 12:00 PM ET on FOX (Sports Brackets)
Why It Matters: This is easily one of the biggest rivalries in college football. According to DirectTV’s rivalry list, Michigan leads the all-time series. (DIRECTV)
Key Stakes:
- Big Ten implications: With no divisions in the Big Ten, this game could influence who goes to the conference title game. (Sports Brackets)
- CFP hopes: A strong finish could help either team in playoff conversations.
Storylines to Watch:
- Can Ohio State bounce back (if needed) and make a late push?
- Michigan will want to reclaim its advantage and end on a high note.

When & TV: November 29, 2025 — per the schedule slate. (FBSchedules.com)
Series History: Alabama leads the series 51–37–1. (Wikipedia)
Why It’s Huge:
- State bragging rights: It’s arguably the fiercest rivalry in Alabama.
- Postseason implications: Even if one team is “out,” the Iron Bowl can define the season’s legacy.
Key Storylines:
- Can Auburn pull off an upset in Jordan-Hare?
- Will Alabama’s depth or experience make the difference?

When & TV: November 28, 2025 — 7:30 PM ET on ABC. (DIRECTV)
Rivalry Background: One of the oldest rivalries, with Georgia holding a significant lead in the series. (DIRECTV)
Why This Game Matters:
- Traditional rivalry: It’s a storied in-state battle.
- Recruiting & pride: For both programs, beating your neighbor is more than just a win.
What to Watch:
- Will Georgia assert dominance, or can Tech spoil the party?
- Impact on momentum heading into offseason or bowl games.

When & TV: November 29, 2025 — according to ESPN/On3 preview. (On3)
Stakes:
- In-state bragging rights: This matchup always means a lot to fans in South Carolina.
- Season narrative: Both Clemson and South Carolina could use a big rivalry win to shape their postseason or recruiting.
Storylines to Monitor:
- Can the Gamecocks upset Clemson at Memorial Stadium?
- Will Clemson avoid a bitter ending to the regular season?

When & TV: November 29, 2025 — as part of Rivalry Week slate. (FBSchedules.com)
History & Context:
- This rivalry was renewed more recently, but the history is deep, especially with A&M now in the SEC. (DIRECTV)
- All-time record: Texas leads by a wide margin. (DIRECTV)
Implications:
- Big-time recruiting stakes: In-state dominance can swing recruiting battles.
- Potential CFP relevance: Depending on how both teams’ seasons go, this could be more than just pride.
Key Angles:
- Can A&M re-establish bragging rights in Austin?
- Will Texas defend home turf and close the season strong?

When: November 29, 2025, per schedule. (FBSchedules.com)
Rivalry Background:
- Tennessee leads the all-time series 79–32–5. (Wikipedia)
- Although not a “title-deciding” rivalry, it’s still meaningful for in-state prestige.
What to Watch:
- Can Vanderbilt pull off an upset?
- How will Tennessee close out its regular season — with dominance or engineering a statement win?

High Stakes Across Conferences: Several rivalry games this week could affect conference championship picture or playoff positioning (e.g., Ohio State–Michigan, Alabama–Auburn).
Tradition Meets Modern Impact: Longstanding rivalries (like Georgia–Georgia Tech) are still deeply meaningful — and newer-renaissance ones (Texas–A&M) carry real competitive weight.
Recruiting & Legacy: Winning rivalry games can have long-term effects on recruiting class momentum and program legacy in a given season.

Ohio State vs. Michigan: Ohio State might be favored, but Michigan could make a splash if they play with discipline.
Iron Bowl: I lean toward Alabama, but never count out an emotional Auburn in front of its home crowd.
Georgia–Georgia Tech: Georgia likely has the upper hand, but if Tech surprises, it would be a season highlight.
Clemson–South Carolina: Close game — I lean Clemson, but it could be tight.
Texas–Texas A&M: High variance. A&M could upset, but Texas at home is dangerous.
Tennessee–Vanderbilt: Expect Tennessee to come in strong, but Vanderbilt could pull a trick play or two.