Georgia Tech vs. Wake Forest Short Report | Sep 23, 2023

Georgia Tech

30 - 16

Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium

Winston-Salem, NC

Sep 23, 2023

Wake Forest

Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium

Winston-Salem, NC

Sep 23, 2023

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Game Recap

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets emerged victorious over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons with a final score of 30-16. Georgia Tech's quarterback, Haynes King, was instrumental in the win, throwing for two touchdowns and leading a balanced offensive attack. Wake Forest struggled to convert opportunities, hindered by three interceptions from their quarterback Mitch Griffis.

Key moments of the game included a 31-yard and a 33-yard touchdown pass by King in the first half, putting Georgia Tech in a strong position. Wake Forest's efforts to close the gap in the second half were thwarted by a stout Georgia Tech defense. Notably, Georgia Tech's defense stepped up significantly, collecting a total of three interceptions and eight sacks, sealing their control over the game's outcome.

Key Plays:

Matthew Dennis (Wake Forest Demon Deacons)

Kicked a 25-yard field goal to give Wake Forest an early 3-0 lead

Haynes King (Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets)

Passed to Eric Singleton Jr. for a 31-yard touchdown, putting Georgia Tech ahead 7-3

Haynes King (Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets)

Passed to Abdul Janneh for a 33-yard touchdown, extending the lead to 14-3

Haynes King (Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets)

Aidan Birr kicked a 48-yard field goal, expanding the lead to 20-3

Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest Demon Deacons)

Rushed for a 7-yard touchdown, narrowing the deficit to 20-9 after a missed PAT

Andre White Jr. (Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets)

Sacked Mitch Griffis and forced a fumble recovered by Zeek Biggers, securing their defensive dominance

Haynes King (Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets)

Aidan Birr kicked a 27-yard field goal, solidifying the lead at 23-9

Wesley Grimes (Wake Forest Demon Deacons)

Caught a 16-yard touchdown pass from Mitch Griffis, cutting the deficit to 23-16

Jamal Haynes (Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets)

Rushed for a 26-yard touchdown, sealing the game at 30-16
Standout Players:
  • Haynes King (Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, QB)

    Completed 16 of 27 passes for 222 yards, with two touchdowns and one interception, also contributed 53 rushing yards.
  • Jamal Haynes (Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, RB)

    Rushed 18 times for 95 yards and a touchdown, also caught two passes for 13 yards.
  • Kyle Kennard (Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, DL)

    Recorded four solo tackles, four assisted tackles, and four sacks, heavily contributing to the pass rush.
  • Justice Ellison (Wake Forest Demon Deacons, RB)

    Rushed for 137 yards on 18 attempts, providing a consistent offensive presence.
  • Wesley Grimes (Wake Forest Demon Deacons, WR)

    Caught two passes for 27 yards, including a crucial 16-yard touchdown.
Team
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T

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

7

13

0

10

30

Wake Forest Demon Deacons

3

0

6

7

16

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