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Joe vs. the Volcano Georgia Tech (’98: 10-2, 7-1 ACC)
Posted: Wednesday August 11, 1999 05:18 PM The Plot
Four seasons after taking the reins at Tech, George O'Leary has the Yellow Jackets ready to put the sting on the ACC. Only one problem, Tech has to travel to Tallahassee in the second week of the season to face conference king FSU, which has never lost an ACC game at home. Win or lose against the Seminoles, the Yellow Jackets have the offensive firepower to get to a BCS bowl. But do they have the defense?
The DirectorGeorge O'Leary -- fourth season, 28-21 overall
StarringQB Joe Hamilton -- The school where Heisman made his mark as a coach finally has a bona fide candidate for his trophy.WR Dez White -- Caught nine TD passes in '98, will see plenty of double-teams this season.
Co-starringOT Jon Carman -- Was once known for being one of the biggest guys in the ACC, now known for his ever-increasing skill.LB Chris Edwards -- Yellow Jackets hope to use his speed at outside linebacker. DE Felipe Claybrooks -- Was third in ACC in sacks last season just playing in passing situations. S Travares Tillman -- Will be key in what was a porous secondary last season.
And introducingK Luke Manget -- One of two new kickers for the Yellow Jackets this season.Why it will workOffensive coordinator Ralph Freidgen has Tech primed to score 35 or more points per game with Hamilton at the helm.Why it won'tTrip to Tallahassee coupled with Swiss-cheese defense will keep Tech from finishing in top 10.
Our critics' review:***** |
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