In a thrilling showdown at Atlanta's Bobby Dodd Stadium, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets pulled off a stunning upset, defeating the No. 12 ranked Clemson Tigers 24-21. The game's dramatic conclusion saw Georgia Tech kicker Aidan Birr nail a 55-yard field goal as time expired, sending the home crowd into a frenzy and sparking a field rush.
Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King, returning from a lower-body injury, orchestrated a stellar performance. King completed 19 of 27 passes for 216 yards, showcasing his dual-threat ability with 25 carries for 103 yards and a crucial one-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. This touchdown, coupled with a successful two-point conversion, gave the Yellow Jackets a 21-14 lead.
Clemson's Cade Klubnik, despite a 73-yard touchdown pass to Bryant Wesco, had a less consistent game, committing two turnovers – a fumble and an interception. Klubnik finished with 15 completions on 26 attempts for 207 yards passing, along with 62 rushing yards and a touchdown on the ground.
This victory marks the Yellow Jackets' third consecutive win, improving their record to 3-0 (1-0 ACC) and potentially propelling them back into the AP Top 25 rankings for the first time since September 9, 2024. Conversely, Clemson (1-2, 0-1) continues to fall in the rankings after a disappointing start to the season.
Clemson looks ahead to a crucial ACC matchup against Syracuse, while Georgia Tech prepares for a non-conference clash against Temple. The unexpected outcome underscores the unpredictable nature of college football and leaves fans eagerly anticipating the upcoming weeks.
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Originally published at: https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/gametracker/recap/NCAAF_20250913_CLEM@GATECH/
