Where is College GameDay today? Week 9 heads to Vanderbilt for Missouri vs. Vanderbilt showdown

College GameDay plants its flag in Nashville, Tennessee, broadcasting from Wyatt Lawn on Vanderbilt University’s campus ahead of today’s Missouri vs. Vanderbilt clash. It’s a rare spotlight for the Commodores and a timely stop for a top-15 SEC meeting with postseason stakes rising across the league.

College GameDay Week 9: location, time, and how to watch

• City & site: Nashville — Wyatt Lawn, Vanderbilt University

• Featured game: Missouri at Vanderbilt (SEC)

• Show window: 9:00 a.m.–noon ET (8:00–11:00 a.m. CT)

• Kickoff: 2:30 p.m. CT / 3:30 p.m. ET

• Format: Live pregame with on-set analysis, on-campus crowd, and the signature headgear pick

Expect full wall-to-wall previews, campus hits, and the traditional final-segment picks to set the tone for an SEC afternoon that could ripple through the rankings.

Why Nashville, and why now?

Vanderbilt’s home date with Missouri arrives with both teams in the poll conversation and chasing leverage in the SEC race. The matchup offers contrasting strengths—Vanderbilt’s measured, physical profile against Missouri’s playmaking pop—while the setting delivers a fresh visual: a central-campus lawn lined with gold and black, minutes from FirstBank Stadium.

Today marks only the second time GameDay has originated from Vanderbilt’s campus since 2008, a notable return that doubles as a nod to the program’s recent surge in relevance. For Missouri, it’s a renewed brush with the show after a long gap—further proof that the Tigers’ rise has captured national attention.

On-set lineup and special guests

The desk features the familiar Saturday crew, with in-depth film breakdowns, live reports from the stadium, and betting insights in the final hour. Nashville native Nate Bargatze steps in as the Celebrity Guest Picker, and the morning slate includes live performances from Kenny Chesney and Dierks Bentley, giving the broadcast a Music City heartbeat before the helmets go on.

Fan guide: when to arrive and what to expect

• Fan pit & entry: Lines form early; space is limited and first-come, first-served. Signs are welcome (mind campus rules), and bright colors help you land on camera.

• Best arrival window: Before sunrise if you want a rail spot; mid-morning arrivals typically push you well back from the stage.

• Comfort checklist: Layers for a cool start, portable phone charger, clear bag for essentials, hydration, and a plan for quick walks to nearby concessions and restrooms.

• Post-show flow: Build in time to reach FirstBank Stadium—campus paths will be crowded right after the final headgear pick.

What’s at stake in Missouri vs. Vanderbilt

• Ranking leverage: A win keeps the door open for a top-10 finish and strengthens division tiebreakers as November closes in.

• Quarterback composure: Both offenses lean on experienced decision-makers; the cleaner turnover sheet likely decides it.

• Trench swings: Missouri’s edge speed vs. Vanderbilt’s protection rules is a first-quarter tell. If the Commodores run efficiently on standard downs, they can shorten the game.

• Explosives vs. patience: Missouri thrives on chunk plays; Vanderbilt counters with drive equity and red-zone execution.

Week 9 TV windows to watch around the country

GameDay will canvass the broader slate, but these checkpoints shape the rankings picture:

• Noon ET: Early stress tests for contenders with tricky road spots and rivalry undercards.

• Mid-afternoon: The Missouri–Vanderbilt anchor, plus multiple ranked matchups stacked across networks.

• Prime time: One or two heavyweight tilts that can swing conference title odds and set up next week’s marquee.

(Listings and kick times subject to change.)

Quick answers: College GameDay Week 9

Where is College GameDay today?
Nashville, on Wyatt Lawn at Vanderbilt University, for Missouri vs. Vanderbilt.

What time is the show?
9:00 a.m.–noon ET (8:00–11:00 a.m. CT).

Who’s the guest picker?
Nate Bargatze, Nashville native and stand-up comic.

Why Vanderbilt?
A top-15 SEC matchup in a city that gives the show a distinctive look—and Vanderbilt’s strongest national moment on campus in years.

When is kickoff?
2:30 p.m. CT / 3:30 p.m. ET at FirstBank Stadium.

Week 9’s College GameDay turns Vanderbilt’s Wyatt Lawn into the sport’s front porch, teeing up Missouri–Vanderbilt with celebrity flair, live music, and the loudest two hours of tailgate TV. For both teams, it’s more than a photo op—it’s a leverage game with November closing fast.