Advantages Georgia Tech has against UGA

Nov 21, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Aaron Philo (12) runs the ball for a touchdown against the North Carolina State Wolfpack in the fourth quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (7-4) are significant underdogs against the Georgia Bulldogs (9-2). Georgia, who has won 30 straight home games, has already locked up a trip to the SEC championship game in Atlanta next week.

Georgia has won six straight games over Georgia Tech. However, head coach Brent Key and the Yellow Jackets have closed the gap on Georgia some in recent years. Georgia Tech pulled off a major upset over the previously unbeaten Miami Hurricanes a few weeks ago and has more than enough talent to shock Georgia on the road.

What advantages does Georgia Tech have over Georgia?

Turnover margin

Georgia Tech (plus-three) has the No. 45 turnover margin in the country. The Yellow Jackets have just seven turnovers all season.

Georgia has (zero) has the No. 69 turnover margin in the nation. The Bulldogs have 15 total turnovers including 12 Carson Beck interceptions. For Georgia Tech to pull off an upset, the Yellow Jackets need to win the turnover margin.

Rest

Nov 21, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Aaron Philo (12) throws a pass against the North Carolina State Wolfpack in the fourth quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Georgia Tech has a significant rest advantage against Georgia. The Yellow Jackets played on Thursday night of last week, so they’ve had over a week to prepare for UGA. Georgia beat UMass on Saturday afternoon and only has six days to prepare for Georgia Tech.

Rushing offense

Georgia Tech has the No. 43 rushing offense in the country. The Yellow Jackets…

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Author : UGA Wire

Publish date : 2024-11-29 00:28:00

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