Georgia Tech Looks to Extend Win Streak Against NC State

Strategic Insights -

Georgia Tech, ranked No. 8, is poised to take on NC State, which has a 4-4 record, on November 1 at 7:30 p.m. EDT. The Yellow Jackets are favored to win by 6.5 points. Georgia Tech has a strong offense, ranking 16th in the FBS with 472.5 yards per game, while NC State's defense has struggled, ranking 107th in the FBS with 408 yards allowed per game. The game will be broadcast on ESPN2.

Key Takeaways:

  • Georgia Tech's offense has been dominant, with 472.5 yards per game, 16th in the FBS, and 36.0 points per game, 25th in the FBS.
  • The Yellow Jackets' defense has been solid, allowing 371.5 yards per game, 74th in the FBS, and 20.0 points per game, 34th in the FBS.
  • NC State's offense has been mediocre, with 420.5 yards per game, 43rd in the FBS, and 30.5 points per game, 56th in the FBS.
  • The Wolfpack's defense has been one of the worst in the FBS, ranking 107th in yards allowed per game and 105th in points allowed per game.
  • NC State struggles to defend third down conversions, ranking 114th in the FBS, while Georgia Tech excels on third down, ranking 16th.
  • Both teams have strong red zone offenses, with Georgia Tech ranking 14th in the FBS and NC State ranking 20th.
  • Georgia Tech's quarterback Haynes King has been impressive, with 1,480 yards passing, 7 touchdowns, and 1 interception.
  • NC State's kicker CJ Bailey has also performed well, with 2,071 yards passing, 17 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions.

Statistics:

  • Georgia Tech's passing yards per game: 242.8 yards
  • Georgia Tech's rushing yards per game: 229.8 yards
  • NC State's passing yards per game: 270.0 yards
  • NC State's rushing yards per game: 150.5 yards
  • Georgia Tech's points per game: 36.0 points
  • NC State's points per game: 30.5 points
  • Georgia Tech's red zone offense efficiency: 93.9%
  • NC State's red zone offense efficiency: 92.0%

Sources:

  • ESPN2
  • Data Skrive
  • NCAA statistics and rankings