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Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Syracuse Orange Game Preview
The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets aim to extend their unbeaten run when they host the Syracuse Orange on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Kickoff is set for 12:00 PM ET at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta, with ESPN providing live coverage.
Georgia Tech enters at 7-0 (4-0 ACC), its best start since 1966, and continues to climb the national rankings behind a dominant rushing attack and opportunistic defense. Syracuse, meanwhile, sits at 3-4 (1-3 ACC) and is desperate to stop a three-game losing streak.
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Syracuse Moneyline: +600
Georgia Tech Moneyline: -927
Syracuse Spread: +17.5 (-112)
Georgia Tech Spread: -17.5 (-109)
Total Over/Under: 54.5 (-110)
Georgia Tech opened as a heavy home favorite and has held firm at -17.5, with bettors backing the Yellow Jackets’ consistency and physical dominance. The total of 54.5 points reflects expectations for balanced scoring on both sides.
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Matchup Breakdown
Georgia Tech’s offense continues to surge under quarterback Haynes King, who has led the team to a 7-0 record while avoiding interceptions since Week 1. King has thrown for 1,176 yards and four touchdowns while rushing for 560 yards and 10 scores. The dual-threat QB is supported by a potent backfield tandem in Jamal Haynes and Malachi Hosley, who have combined for 816 rushing yards and nine touchdowns.
Defensively, the Yellow Jackets have tightened in key moments, allowing just 18 points per game during conference play. They’ve also forced timely turnovers, including a pivotal fumble recovery returned 95 yards for a touchdown in last week’s win over Duke.
Syracuse, meanwhile, continues to search for offensive rhythm under backup quarterback Rickie Collins, who has struggled since taking over for the injured Steve Angeli. Collins threw three interceptions in last week’s 30-13 loss to Pittsburgh, marking the Orange’s third straight defeat. The team ranks 14th nationally in passing yards (2,060) but has struggled to finish drives and protect the ball.
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Key Storylines
Georgia Tech is off to its best start in nearly six decades and remains one of only three ACC teams with a perfect conference record. With a favorable stretch ahead before a rivalry showdown against Georgia, coach Brent Key’s team is determined to maintain focus and momentum.
For Syracuse, it’s about damage control. The Orange have been outscored 99-34 over their last three games and need Collins to settle in under pressure. Coach Fran Brown emphasized leadership and resilience as Syracuse faces another ranked road opponent.
The Yellow Jackets will look to dictate pace on the ground, while Syracuse must rely on turnovers and quick-strike plays to stay competitive.
Injury Report
Syracuse Orange:
Quarterback Steve Angeli (Achilles) is out for the season, leaving Rickie Collins as the starter. Linebacker Derek McDonald (undisclosed) and defensive lineman Rashard Perry (undisclosed) are questionable, while wide receiver Tyshawn Russell (undisclosed) and offensive lineman Mark Petry (knee) are out. Several players, including RB Malachi James and DB Nate Prater, are listed as game-time decisions.
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Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets:
Wide receiver Malik Rutherford (undisclosed), defensive back Savion Riley (undisclosed), and linebacker Myles Forristall (undisclosed) are questionable. Running back Chad Alexander (undisclosed) and defensive lineman Akelo Stone (undisclosed) are also questionable for Saturday.
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Prediction
Georgia Tech’s rushing attack and defensive discipline should overpower a Syracuse team struggling with turnovers and offensive inconsistency. Expect the Yellow Jackets to control the tempo from start to finish and remain perfect heading into November.
Projected Score: Georgia Tech 34, Syracuse 17
Best Bet: Georgia Tech -17.5 (-109)
Secondary Lean: Under 54.5 (-110)
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