Stunning Upset: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Triumph Over Florida State Seminoles with Last-Second Field Goal

Kaylee Everhart

Updated Monday, August 26, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In a thrilling start to the college football season, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets stunned the No. 10 Florida State Seminoles with a dramatic 24-21 victory. The game, held at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland, showcased a series of captivating plays and highlighted the resilience of the Georgia Tech squad.

The Florida State Seminoles, led by DJ Uiagalelei, started strong with DJ executing a jet motion play that resulted in a successful pass to Williams, who secured a first down. The offensive line, known for their physicality and experience, powered the Seminoles forward with notable runs, including a 28-yard touchdown by the MVP of the ACC Championship game.

Special teams played a crucial role early in the game as Florida State's senior punter, Alex Mastromanno, executed a clever direct snap play for a successful two-point conversion. This innovative play, orchestrated by special teams coordinator John Puches, seemed to set the tone for a dominant performance by the Seminoles.

However, Georgia Tech had other plans. Their defense adjusted quickly, thwarting several of Florida State's advances and keeping the score within reach. The Yellow Jackets' determination paid off in the final moments of the game when they managed to position themselves for a game-winning field goal.

The late-game heroics by Georgia Tech not only secured a memorable victory but also propelled them to a 1-0 start in Week 0 of the college football season. This match will be remembered for its intense competition and the unexpected turn of events that led to the Yellow Jackets' triumph.

For a detailed look at the game and to relive the exciting moments, make sure to watch the full game highlights.

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