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Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Edge Wake Forest Demon Deacons in Overtime Thriller at Allegacy Stadium

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets maintained their unbeaten streak, improving to a 5-0 record after a nail-biting victory over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, who now stand at 2-2. The game concluded with a close score of 30-29 in favor of the Jackets, showcasing their resilience and strategic prowess on the field.


Sep 24, 2022; Orlando, Florida, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets trainers attend to Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets defensive lineman Sylvain Yondjouen (32) who was injured during the first quarter against the UCF Knights at FBC Mortgage Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-USA TODAY Sports

First Quarter


The opening quarter saw the Yellow Jackets take an early lead with a successful field goal by Aidan Birr. Their defense held strong, preventing any points from the Demon Deacons and setting an assertive tone for Georgia Tech's performance.


Second Quarter


Wake Forest responded robustly in the second quarter, scoring 17 points while keeping Georgia Tech scoreless. The Demon Deacons capitalized on their offensive drives and took advantage of gaps in Tech's defense to gain momentum before halftime.


Third Quarter


Georgia Tech came back fiercely after halftime. Haynes King led an impressive offensive charge with two rushing touchdowns that helped regain control for his team. The Jackets' defense tightened up as well, allowing only a single field goal from Wake Forest during this period.


Fourth Quarter


In the fourth quarter, both teams exchanged field goals as they battled for supremacy. Aidan Birr continued his perfect kicking performance by adding another three points to Georgia Tech’s tally. Despite Wake's efforts to close the gap further, they were limited to just one more successful kick.


Overtime


The overtime period was intense and decisive. With both teams scoring touchdowns initially, it was ultimately Georgia Tech’s defensive unit that made crucial stops when needed most—securing their narrow victory over Wake Forest.


This game will be remembered not only for its tight scoreline but also for standout performances such as Haynes King's dual-threat capabilities and Aidan Birr's flawless kicking accuracy which contributed significantly to this win.


For fans eager about future matchups: mark your calendars! The next game sees Georgia Tech hosting Virginia Tech Hokies at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field on October 11th at 1:00 PM EDT—a must-watch event available through major sports networks!


Stay tuned for more post-game thoughts from Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets fans as they celebrate this hard-fought triumph! Share your reactions and insights about this exhilarating encounter!

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