Georgia Tech Triumphs Over Georgia State, Defense Shines
Yellow Jackets secure a 35-12 victory in their first-ever meeting with Georgia State, showcasing defensive prowess and offensive highlights.
- Georgia Tech's defense held Georgia State to 12 points, making key stops in the red zone.
- Receiver Malik Rutherford achieved a career-high 131 receiving yards, including a critical 52-yard touchdown catch.
- Quarterback Haynes King contributed both through the air and on the ground, solidifying the team's control in the second half.
- Despite eight penalties, the Yellow Jackets managed to dominate the game, improving to a 2-0 start for the first time since 2016.
- Georgia State showed resilience but missed several scoring opportunities, leaving room for improvement.