Georgia pulls out epic win in 8-overtime thriller, all but clinch spot in College Football Playoff

Georgia Bulldogs Pull off Epic 8-Overtime Victory against Georgia Tech

In a thrilling matchup that went down in history, the Georgia Bulldogs managed to secure a hard-fought 44-42 victory over their in-state rival Georgia Tech after eight nail-biting overtime periods. The game, which took place at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Georgia, is now the second-longest game in FBS history, just falling short of the LSU and Penn State game from 2021.

The Bulldogs found themselves in a tough spot early on, trailing 17-0 at halftime and facing a two-touchdown deficit with just over five minutes left in regulation. However, a miraculous comeback led by quarterback Carson Beck saw Georgia tie the game and eventually force overtime.

As the game progressed into multiple overtime periods, both teams struggled to break the deadlock as passes were incomplete and runs were stopped. Under the new overtime rules, teams are required to alternate two-point conversion attempts from the third overtime onwards, adding to the intensity of the game.

It wasn’t until the eighth overtime that the Bulldogs finally clinched the victory, with Nate Frazier running into the end zone to seal the deal. The win marked Georgia’s 31st consecutive home victory and solidified their spot in the SEC title game, with a likely berth in the College Football Playoff on the horizon.

Head coaches Kirby Smart and Brent Key shared a heartfelt embrace at the end of the game, celebrating the hard-fought victory and the resilience shown by their teams. Beck’s stellar performance, going 28-for-43 for 297 yards and five touchdowns, was instrumental in securing the win for the Bulldogs.

With the SEC title game looming and the anticipation of facing the winner of the Texas-Texas A&M matchup, Georgia fans have plenty to look forward to as the Bulldogs continue their pursuit of championship glory. The historic eight-overtime victory will surely go down as one of the most memorable games in Georgia football history.