WATCH: ‘SEC Media Days Craze’ |Kirby Smart, Georgia Bulldogs take the podium at SEC Football Media Days

Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News · July 21, 2026 · 1 min read

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The World Cup has ended and the other “football” is right around the corner. The 2026 SEC Football Media Days is being held this week in Tampa, Florida. Each night at 7 p.m., Atlanta News First and its stations across Gray Media, will air ‘Media Days Craze,’ br...

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As the college football season approaches, Atlanta residents can expect to see a surge in excitement and discussion around the sport. With the University of Georgia, a local favorite, set to take the stage on Tuesday, many in the community will be tuning in to hear from the team's coaches and players. The SEC Football Media Days event, although held in Tampa, will have a significant impact on the local sports scene, with Atlanta News First providing extensive coverage through its 'Media Days Craze' program. This coverage will not only cater to the loyal fan base of the University of Georgia but also to the broader community of college football enthusiasts in the Atlanta area. As the event unfolds, local fans will be watching closely to see how their team stacks up against other SEC powerhouses, and the city's sports bars and restaurants can expect to see an increase in patrons gathering to watch and discuss the games.

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Category: local · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News · Reading time: 1 min

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WATCH: ‘SEC Media Days Craze’ |Kirby Smart, Georgia Bulldogs take the podium at SEC Football Media Days

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