Georgia Tech Beats No. 12 Clemson on 55-Yard Game-Winning Field Goal

Georgia Tech secured a dramatic 24-21 victory over No. 12 Clemson with a 55-yard game-winning field goal by Aidan Birr as time expired at Bobby Dodd Stadium. The Yellow Jackets overcame a 13-point first-half deficit, with key contributions from quarterback Haynes King, who led a crucial 10-play, 38-yard drive to set up the winning kick and finished with 319 total yards and a rushing touchdown. Clemson rallied in the second half, taking their only lead on a 73-yard touchdown pass from Cade Klubnik to Bryant Wesco Jr., but turnovers and special teams miscues, including a fumble and an interception, ultimately hurt the Tigers. Despite outgaining Georgia Tech in total yards and averaging more yards per play, Clemson could not capitalize late, allowing Georgia Tech to control the clock and set up the final field goal. Birr's perfect 3-for-3 field goal performance, including the career-long 55-yarder, was the decisive factor in a major upset, marking Georgia Tech's first win over Clemson since 2014 and their best season start since 2016. The teams now prepare for upcoming matchups, with Georgia Tech hosting Temple and Clemson returning home to face Syracuse.