Georgia rallies to beat Georgia Tech in 8 OTs: How the Bulldogs survived rivalry game
ATHENS — It was over. At least it seemed over. The same way Georgia seemed done at Alabama earlier this year.
This time, it was not over, and the result was different.
No. 7 Georgia appeared to be headed to an upset loss against Georgia Tech on Friday night, but the Bulldogs rallied several times to pull out a 44-42 win in eight overtimes. They finished it off on freshman Nate Frazier’s run for two points in the eighth OT.
During a college football game that has caught the attention of fans nationwide, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets led 17-0 against the No. 7 ranked Georgia Bulldogs at halftime. This unexpected lead has sparked discussions about the SEC's reputation for dominance. Georgia Tech's quarterback, Haynes King, has been pivotal in this upset, though comparisons to Michael Vick might be premature without further substantiation. The game has raised questions about the fairness of playoff considerations for SEC teams, with some suggesting that Georgia's schedule might not be as challenging as perceived. While there have been general discussions about officiating in college football, no specific controversy regarding bias was noted in this particular game. This match has fueled broader conversations on the strength of different conferences and the criteria for playoff inclusion, emphasizing that current season results should dictate playoff eligibility rather than historical conference prestige.
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