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Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Virginia Cavaliers: Top Performers to Watch Out For

The upcoming game between the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and the Virginia Cavaliers is set to be an exciting clash between two talented teams. Both teams have shown their skills in previous games, and it will be interesting to see how they perform against each other.


Sep 25, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets offensive lineman Matthew Morgan (69) and offensive lineman Nick Pendley (64) and offensive lineman Mikey Minihan (57) celebrate after a victory against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

One player to watch out for from the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets is Pressley Harvin III. As a punter, Harvin has consistently delivered impressive performances. In the previous game against Clemson Tigers, he recorded 422 punt yards, with 3 punts inside the 20-yard line. His net yards average was an outstanding 421 yards.


Another standout player from the Yellow Jackets is Antonio Simmons. As a defensive lineman, Simmons has been a force to be reckoned with on the field. In the same game against Clemson Tigers, he showcased his defensive skills with tackles and assists.


On the Virginia Cavaliers' side, Olamide Zaccheaus has been a key player in their offense. As a running back, Zaccheaus has contributed significantly to his team's performance. In their previous game against Pittsburgh Panthers, he rushed for 58 yards with an average of 3.867 yards per carry.


Kurt Benkert, the quarterback for the Cavaliers, has also been impressive in recent games. In their game against Boston College Eagles, Benkert threw for 249 yards and completed 61.29 percent of his passes. He also threw two touchdowns without any interceptions.


Looking at the overall performance of both teams over their past three games, there are some notable statistics that stand out. The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets have shown strength in their rushing game, with Nathan Cottrell and Qua Searcy making significant contributions in terms of rushing yards and first downs.


In terms of passing, TaQuon Marshall has been consistent as a quarterback for the Yellow Jackets. He has shown accuracy in his passes, completing 23.077 percent of his attempts with an average of 2.462 yards per pass.


For the Virginia Cavaliers, their rushing game has been led by Jordan Ellis, who has consistently gained yards and first downs for his team. Kurt Benkert has been a reliable quarterback, throwing for yards and touchdowns while maintaining a completion percentage of 52.381 percent.


Based on the performance of these players and the overall statistics from their previous games, it is clear that they will play a crucial role in the upcoming game between the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and the Virginia Cavaliers.


The game is scheduled to take place on November 4th, 2017 at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville, Virginia. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN CE (satellite: 794). It will be a thrilling match that could potentially have a significant impact on both teams' seasons.

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