The Allstate Red River Rivalry game will continue to be played at the historic Cotton Bowl until 2036. The stadium will undergo at least $200 million in renovations.
Of course, this game is played during the Texas State Fair. The nearby neighborhood is not the greatest but this is a positive step for "traditionalists" like me.
Outside of the Florida/Georgia "Cocktail Party" in Jacksonville, the Arkansas/A&M game at JerryWorld, and the Army/Navy game, I can't think of any other annual games played at neutral sites. Can you?
The Iron Bowl left Birmingham many years ago as did the Egg Bowl in Jackson. One wonders if either city could have retained these games with significant "pot sweeteners".
Of course, this game is played during the Texas State Fair. The nearby neighborhood is not the greatest but this is a positive step for "traditionalists" like me.
Outside of the Florida/Georgia "Cocktail Party" in Jacksonville, the Arkansas/A&M game at JerryWorld, and the Army/Navy game, I can't think of any other annual games played at neutral sites. Can you?
The Iron Bowl left Birmingham many years ago as did the Egg Bowl in Jackson. One wonders if either city could have retained these games with significant "pot sweeteners".
