The College GameDay Podcast has revealed its picks for the highly anticipated Georgia vs. Georgia Tech showdown, set to take place in the neutral-site Mercedes-Benz Stadium. With the 'Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate' rivalry at stake, the podcast's hosts, ESPN's Rece Davis and Dan Wetzel, offer their insights and predictions.
Davis highlights Georgia Tech's recent struggles, particularly their two-score loss to Pittsburgh, which likely dashed their playoff hopes. He suggests that this defeat might be more devastating for Georgia Tech's ACC Championship aspirations. Despite this, Davis acknowledges that Georgia Tech still has something to play for and could put up a fight, especially in a rivalry game.
Wetzel agrees that Georgia Tech might be dangerous in this spot, but he leans towards Georgia as the stronger team. He mentions that Georgia Tech's recent performances, including losses to NC State and Boston College, have been underwhelming. However, Wetzel acknowledges the rivalry's intensity and the potential for a close game.
Both hosts predict a competitive match, with Wetzel noting that Georgia Tech will be motivated by the rivalry. Davis adds that Georgia Tech might put up a fight, but ultimately, he expects Georgia to prevail. The outcome will determine whether Georgia will advance to the SEC Championship or the College Football Playoff.
The podcast's analysis provides an intriguing preview of the game, leaving fans eager to see how the rivalry unfolds and which team will emerge victorious in this highly anticipated match.
