In a fiery moment on the House floor, Georgia Republican Rep. Mike Collins, representing the 10th Congressional District, took aim at the University of Texas, demanding the state “be sent back to the Big 12.” His remarks were made while standing beside a portrait of the University of Georgia’s (UGA) victorious on-field celebration, a move that seemed to emphasize his pride in his home state’s football culture.
Collins, born in Jackson, Georgia, and a staunch supporter of UGA, directed his comment to Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy, adding a bit of humor to the otherwise political setting by referencing the college sports rivalry. “Texas should be sent back to the Big 12 where they belong,” Collins quipped, alluding to the recent shifts in college football conferences that have seen the University of Texas move to the SEC.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, also a Georgia Republican, quickly voiced her support for Collins’ remarks, offering a smile and nod of approval from the House floor. Greene, known for her outspoken nature, added fuel to the fire by aligning herself with Collins’ sentiment, jokingly declaring that the SEC should remain a “Georgia-dominated league.”
Collins’ playful comment highlights the ongoing rivalry between Georgia and Texas, particularly in college football, where both programs have strong fanbases and storied histories. Collins and Greene’s remarks have garnered attention not just for their light-hearted nature but also for the sense of camaraderie they display in representing Georgia’s pride in their state’s athletic dominance.
While the demand was made in jest, the episode has sparked conversations online about the current landscape of college sports, especially as major teams shift conferences, leaving fans and politicians alike with strong opinions on the matter.
Stay tuned for more updates on this lighthearted yet notable moment in Washington as Georgia’s congressional representatives continue to champion their state’s football pride.
