Rivalry games always bring intense competition, and this week’s clash between Georgia Bulldogs and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets is no exception. Despite being separated by just 70 miles, these two teams share a long-standing rivalry that fuels every matchup.
Georgia coach Kirby Smart emphasizes the physicality of the game:
“We have to have a seeking-contact attitude and enjoyment of a street fight. Not everybody loves that, so it’s just one of those things that you find out a lot about yourself when you get to play a really physical football team like these guys.”
Game Details
Date: Friday, Nov. 29, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Location: Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA
TV Channel: ABC
Streaming Options: ESPN+ and FuboTV (free trial available)
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Georgia (9-2) enters the game ranked No. 7 in the College Football Playoff rankings. The Bulldogs showcased their offensive dominance last week against UMass, winning 59-21, but struggled to stop the run, conceding 226 rushing yards.
Georgia Tech (7-4), meanwhile, secured a narrow 30-29 win over N.C. State last week. They have leaned on their rushing attack this season, eclipsing 225 yards on the ground in four games.
Key Quotes
Georgia linebacker CJ Allen highlighted the defensive challenge:
“The biggest thing for us is getting in our gaps. With their offense and the quarterback running the ball, it creates an extra hat. Just being in the gaps and knowing where to fit and how fast you can fit.”
For Georgia Tech, center Weston Franklin expressed the passion behind this rivalry:
“When I think of Georgia, it’s just a strong dislike of that program. I’ve never liked it. That’s a goal every year to win a state championship, and that’s what we plan to do.”
Game Predictions
Odds (via BetMGM): Georgia favored by 19.5 points
Over/Under: 53.5
Prediction: Georgia 34, Georgia Tech 17
Georgia’s strong showing in the trenches, coupled with a balanced offense, should allow them to overcome Georgia Tech’s rushing attack and secure another victory in this rivalry.
Georgia vs. Georgia Tech Schedule Recap
Georgia Bulldogs (9-2)
Aug. 31: vs. Clemson (W, 34-3)
Sept. 28: at Alabama (L, 41-34)
Nov. 23: vs. UMass (W, 59-21)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (7-4)
Aug. 24: vs. Florida State (W, 24-21)
Oct. 12: at North Carolina (W, 41-34)
Nov. 21: vs. N.C. State (W, 30-29)