In a commanding display of skill and strategy, the No. 7 Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets triumphed over the Syracuse Orange with a decisive score of 41-16 on March 15, 2024. The victory, marked by strong performances on both offense and defense, solidified Georgia Tech’s position in the collegiate football rankings.
Scoring Breakdown
The game began with a field goal from Syracuse’s Woody, who successfully converted a 27-yard attempt just under eleven minutes into the first quarter. Not long after, Georgia Tech responded with a field goal of their own, as Birr kicked a 20-yard shot to tie the game at 3-3.
In the second quarter, Georgia Tech took control. Quarterback King connected with tight end Beetham for a 21-yard touchdown pass at 12:05, giving the Yellow Jackets a lead they would not relinquish. King found Beetham again for a 13-yard touchdown later in the quarter, pushing the score to 17-3. As the half drew to a close, Birr added another 22-yard field goal, making it 20-3.
The third quarter brought more scoring from Georgia Tech. Syracuse managed to score first, with R. Collins throwing a 34-yard touchdown pass to Gill, narrowing the gap to 20-10. However, Georgia Tech responded swiftly, with King throwing a 37-yard touchdown pass to Patterson and then executing a 2-yard rushing touchdown himself, extending their lead to 34-10.
Syracuse managed to score a touchdown in the fourth quarter, as Nixon rushed 1 yard into the end zone, although their two-point conversion attempt failed. Georgia Tech capped off their scoring with another touchdown from King, who ran 4 yards into the end zone, finalizing the score at 41-16.
Individual Performances
On the ground, Syracuse’s Willis led with 76 yards on 10 carries, while R. Collins added 41 yards on 14 carries. Georgia Tech’s King was the standout rusher, accumulating 91 yards on 12 carries, showcasing his dual-threat capability. Hosley contributed with 81 yards from 8 carries.
In the passing game, R. Collins completed 17 of 29 attempts for 224 yards, while King had an impressive outing, completing 25 of 31 passes for 304 yards and three touchdowns, without an interception.
Receiving highlights for Syracuse included Gill, who caught five passes for 79 yards, and Willis, who added 23 yards on three receptions. For Georgia Tech, Allen led with six receptions for 67 yards, while Rivers and Stockton contributed with five and four receptions, respectively.
Overall, the game demonstrated Georgia Tech’s offensive prowess and defensive strength, setting a strong tone for the remainder of the season. The Yellow Jackets will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matchups as they aim for a successful run in the collegiate football landscape.
