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Recap - Yellow Jackets Defeat Wake Forest 30-29

Haynes King ran for 106 yards as Georgia Tech handled Wake Forest by a score of 30-29 on Saturday at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Yellow Jackets were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -13.5. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 53.0.

Haynes King rushed for 106 yards, while Malachi Hosley added 36 yards in the win. Eric Rivers and Isiah Canion added 77 and 70 receiving yards respectively.

Demond Claiborne rushed for 119 yards for Wake Forest, while Robby Ashford added 82 yards. Deshawn Purdie threw for 14 yards for the Demon Deacons, while receivers Micah Mays Jr. and Sterling Berkhalter had 65 and 50 yards respectively.

Wake Forest outgained Georgia Tech 443-411 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 27-20 by the Yellow Jackets.

Wake Forest lost the time of possession battle 32:46-27:14, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

Georgia Tech looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Virginia Tech. Wake Forest will aim to get back on the winning track at Virginia Tech.