12 Iconic College Stadiums That Are Older Than the NFL

11. Georgia’s Sanford Field (1911)

Before Sanford Stadium became one of the most famous venues in college football, Sanford Field was the original home of the Georgia Bulldogs, opening in 1911. Named after Dr. Steadman Vincent Sanford, who would later play a key role in the expansion of the SEC, the field was where Georgia’s football tradition truly took root. The stadium sat on what is now the heart of the University of Georgia’s campus and was an integral part of early Southern football. Though the team later moved to the massive Sanford Stadium in 1929, Sanford Field played a crucial role in shaping Georgia’s football culture, witnessing the rise of the Bulldogs before professional football even existed. While the original field no longer hosts games, its history remains embedded in Georgia football lore, serving as a reminder of the program’s humble beginnings and its journey to national prominence.