GBI agents spotted at CFP National Championship Game as part of tight security following New Orleans tragedy

The College Football Playoff National Championship Game is set to begin in Atlanta on Monday night, and the city and state have stepped up security measures to ensure that everyone in and around Mercedes-Benz Stadium is safe and secure.

Among those with boots on the ground are agents of the Georgia Bureau of Investigations, as they sent a photo of two agents to X.

“GBI agents in Atlanta today are making sure everyone stays safe during the CFP National Championship game,” the post read. “If you see us come say hello! Please prepare for the weather and stay safe and warm.”

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The weather in Atlanta is cold, with a low of 17 degrees expected Monday night. And the GBI agents show just how cold it is, as they are covered from head to toe.

Gov. Brian P. Kemp issued a state of emergency to “ensure that adequate resources are deployed” due to sub-freezing temperatures.

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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum highlighted the extra security measures for the title game, which is being held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the second time since its inception.

While the city has seen the event before, an early New Year’s Day tragedy on New Orleans’ historic Bourbon Street led to increased staffing and security measures before Ohio State and Notre Dame kicked off. New basic principles are included in the extensive preparation of this event.

Among those with boots on the ground are agents of the Georgia Bureau of Investigations. (MAGN)

The terrorist attack in New Orleans came hours before the Sugar Bowl, which was postponed to the next day as a result.

“Everybody in the Atlanta Police Department is going to be off duty,” Chief Scheirbaum said on 11 Alive.

Chief Scheirbaum confirmed that more special units and a visible police presence will be seen in and around the stadium. Special units from the Atlanta Fire Department will also be near the city for quick response situations.

This game is being held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the second time since its inception. (Kirby Lee/Images)

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It’s a busy day in Atlanta as Martin Luther King Jr. Their parade honoring the human rights leader on a national holiday was held early Monday. It required enhanced security measures as well, with road closures that would eventually extend to college football festivities.

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