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Game Details:
- Matchup: Georgia Southern Eagles at Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
- Date: Saturday, November 18
- Time: 7:30 PM EST
- Venue: Bobby Dodd Stadium, Atlanta, GA
- Spread: Georgia Tech -11.5
- Total: 162.5o (Note: This total appears to be a typo and is more reflective of a basketball game. Football totals are typically in the 45-70 point range. This prediction will analyze the total based on a more conventional projection.)
Tale of the Tape: In-State Foes Clash Under the Lights
An in-state, non-conference battle is set for Saturday night in Atlanta as the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets host the Georgia Southern Eagles. While these programs compete in different conferences, there’s no shortage of motivation. The Yellow Jackets are looking to solidify their standing and build momentum, while the Eagles, sitting at 4-5 according to a Covers.com report, are fighting to become bowl-eligible.
Why Georgia Tech Will Cover the Spread
The Yellow Jackets have built their identity under head coach Brent Key in the trenches, and the results are showing. The program recently announced that its offensive line has been honored as a semifinalist for the prestigious Joe Moore Award, which recognizes the most outstanding offensive line unit in the country. This group has been the engine for the Georgia Tech offense, paving the way for a dynamic rushing attack and providing protection for the passing game.
Facing a Sun Belt defense, this dominant offensive line is the key matchup of the game. Expect Georgia Tech to control the line of scrimmage, sustain long drives, and wear down the Eagles’ front seven. This physical dominance will not only lead to points but will also control the clock and keep the Georgia Southern offense on the sideline. As a double-digit favorite at home, Georgia Tech has the clear advantage in talent and physicality to pull away and win by at least two scores.
Why Georgia Southern Can Keep it Close
The Eagles are no stranger to playing the role of underdog against Power Five competition. As a program that has seen its share of success in the Sun Belt, they will not be intimidated by the trip to Bobby Dodd Stadium. With their bowl hopes on the line, expect a focused and aggressive effort.
While the search results don’t provide specifics on their current injury situation, Sun Belt teams are known for creative and up-tempo offensive schemes designed to neutralize an opponent’s physical advantage. If Georgia Southern can hit on a few explosive plays and force a turnover or two, they can put pressure on the Yellow Jackets and keep the game within the 11.5-point spread.
Prediction
This game will be won and lost at the line of scrimmage. Georgia Tech’s Joe Moore Award semifinalist offensive line is the single most dominant unit in this matchup. They will set the tone early, allowing the Yellow Jackets to control the game’s pace and wear down a Georgia Southern team that is fighting for its postseason life.
While the Eagles will play with urgency, they lack the size and depth to hang with the Yellow Jackets for four quarters. Georgia Tech will lean on its powerful run game to chew up the clock and the scoreboard. The Eagles may find some late points, but by then the game will be in hand for the team from the ACC.
Final Score Prediction: Georgia Tech 38, Georgia Southern 23
The Pick: Georgia Tech -11.5
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