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Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Secure Victory at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium in Football Showdown

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets improved their season record to 2-2 after a commanding win over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, who now sit at 3-1. The final score was 30-16 in favor of the visiting team.


Sep 1, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Haynes King (10) rolls out to pass against the Louisville Cardinals during the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports

At Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets displayed an impressive performance against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. The game saw the Yellow Jackets accumulate a total of 380 yards, with a balanced attack that included 222 passing yards and 158 rushing yards. Their efficiency was on display as they converted all their red zone opportunities into scores.


The quarterback for Georgia Tech had a solid game, completing 16 out of 27 passes for two touchdowns and amassing a passer rating of around 145. The longest pass completed stretched for 38 yards, contributing to an average gain of over six yards per play across all plays. On the ground, one rush resulted in a touchdown from a notable distance of more than half the field.


Defensively, Georgia Tech was relentless; they recorded eight sacks totaling loss of yardage close to that gained by three first downs and intercepted three passes which they returned for an additional total yardage slightly less than half that lost by penalties. Their defense also forced three fumbles during the course of action.


Special teams were not left out as field goal kickers were perfect on the day with three successful attempts from varying distances up to nearly half a hundred yards. Kickoffs frequently ended in touchbacks with five out of seven preventing any return action.


Penalties were an area where both teams struggled but notably so for Georgia Tech who incurred fourteen penalties costing them well over ten first down distances worth in yardage; however this did not deter them from securing victory.


As fans look ahead, they can anticipate watching their team take on Bowling Green Falcons at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field located in Atlanta on September 30th at approximately half past seven PM local time. This upcoming game will be broadcasted on ACC Network channel number six hundred twelve ensuring fans won't miss any action as their team strives for another win this season.

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