Tim Albin (HC) – Tim Albin took over the Charlotte 49ers in December 2024 after leading Ohio University to the MAC Championship. A two-time Mid-American Conference Coach of the Year, Albin has a proven record of building winning programs. This will be his first time facing Georgia as a head coach, so it will be interesting to see how he approaches a matchup against a powerhouse SEC team.

Sean Brown (WR #8) – Sean Brown leads Charlotte’s receiving corps with 379 yards and one touchdown this season. He’s the top target for quarterback Grayson Loftis and the player most likely to make plays downfield. Brown’s combination of size and speed make him a threat in open space, and he has shown the ability to create separation and make receptions in critical moments.

Jake Davids (RB #41) – Freshman Jake Davids has 47 rushing yards this season, and brings lots of potential for growth on the field. He’s often used in short-yardage situations and could help keep defenses honest with misdirection plays. His speed and vision make him someone to watch when Charlotte looks to mix up its run game.

Grayson Loftis (QB #12) – Grayson Loftis is the centerpiece of Charlotte’s offense, having thrown for 1,045 yards and eight touchdowns so far. Loftis has the ability to create plays when given time in the pocket, though consistency has been a challenge this season. He’ll rely on Sean Brown and other key receivers to move the ball and generate big plays. Georgia’s defensive front will likely focus on pressuring Loftis to disrupt the passing game.

Collin Gill (DB #3) – Collin Gill leads the 49ers’ defense with 12 solo tackles. He’s a key part of Charlotte’s secondary and also contributes in run support. Gill has the ability to read plays and make stops in critical situations, making him one of the defenders to watch. His tackling and field awareness will be important if the 49ers hope to limit big plays from Georgia’s offense.

Yamil Talib (DL #20) – Freshman Yamil Talib has recorded nine solo tackles and 0.5 sacks this season. Despite being a freshman, Talib has shown flashes of impact along the defensive line. He’ll need to continue developing and finding ways to pressure Gunner Stockton and disrupt Georgia’s offense. Talib represents one of Charlotte’s key defensive building blocks and could make plays that slow down the Bulldogs.

The most famous athlete in 49ers history is the legendary Boston Celtics forward Cedric “Cornbread” Maxwell, who led then-UNCC to the 1977 Final Four at the Omni in Atlanta.

Then UNC-Charlotte served as the host institution for the 1996 Women’s Final Four at the Charlotte Coliseum, where Georgia beat Stanford in the semis before falling to Tennessee.

Throughout the years, some former Georgia Bulldogs have been assistant coaches on the football staff at Charlotte, including receiver/returner Damien Gary and quarterback Joe Cox.