As Burch and lots of brides understand, college football can put a crimp in fall wedding plans. It's best to schedule nuptials when the home team has a week off, as USC did on Oct. 2.

Hint: It’s often embraced, not fought against. Here are 7 things you should know about having a wedding in the South during football season.

Think you’ve seen all the extravagant wedding cakes out there? Think again. Check out this massive cake inspired by Sanford Stadium.

Towering, detailed, and absolutely massive, this cake isn’t just dessert, it’s a full-on tribute to one of college football’s most iconic venues.

When it comes to college football, Southerners don’t play around. For many, game day is a very serious matter, even if there are other (arguably more important) things going on, such as a wedding.