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Georgia Tech Favored to Win Against Syracuse in Saturday Matchup

This weekend, Syracuse will face off against Georgia Tech in their first conference game of the season at the JMA Wireless Dome. Georgia Tech, currently 2-0, is coming off a strong victory against Georgia State and is favored to win by 3 points. Syracuse, with a 1-0 record, will look to replicate their success from their home opener last season. Kickoff is set for 12:00 EST.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Yellow Jackets -144 | Orange +124
• Spread: Yellow Jackets -3 (-110) | Orange +3 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 61 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Georgia Tech will win straight-up is 59%.

Georgia Tech vs Syracuse Stats

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech has had a strong start to their season, breaking into the AP Top 25 for the first time since 2015 after defeating No. 10 Florida State in their season opener. Quarterback Haynes King has been impressive, completing 82.8% of his passes and scoring his first two touchdowns of the season in their recent win over Georgia State. The offense as a whole has been productive, averaging 29.7 points and 417.5 total yards in their two games. The defense has also performed well, allowing only one touchdown and two field goals in their last victory. Although they need to improve their rushing defense, they were able to hold Georgia State to a low conversion rate on third downs. Linebacker Kyle Efford has been a standout player, leading the team in tackles. With a power ranking of 46, Georgia Tech is ranked 30th in offense, 25th in defense, and holds a 2-0 record this season.

Syracuse Orange Analysis

The Fran Brown era in Syracuse is off to a strong start, earning a vote in the latest Coaches Poll. Former Ohio State starting quarterback Kyle McCord had an impressive debut, throwing for 354 yards and four touchdowns. The offense, led by McCord and running back LeQuint Allen, gained 480 total yards and went 9-15 on third down conversions. Despite some defensive challenges in their season opener, Syracuse managed to hold Ohio to 2-11 on third downs, get four sacks, and intercept a pass. DL Fadil Diggs and LB Marlowe Wax were standout performers, with Wax earning ACC Lineback of the Week before sustaining a leg injury. Syracuse currently has a power ranking of 124 and is 1-0 overall, with Georgia Tech having gone 1-2 in their last three matchups against Syracuse.

Georgia Tech Favored to Extend Dominance over Syracuse with Strong Defense and Offense

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets have dominated the head-to-head series with a 4-1 record, with their most recent victory being a 31-22 win at home last season. Georgia Tech boasts a 2-0 Against The Spread (ATS) record this season, while Syracuse sits at 0-1 ATS. Both teams have shown proficiency on offense early in the season. However, Georgia Tech's strong defense poses a significant challenge for Syracuse, particularly with their ability to pressure the quarterback. Meanwhile, Syracuse's defense struggled against the run in their last game, a concerning trend compounded by the absence of key player Wax. Despite the anticipated competitiveness of the matchup, Georgia Tech is favored to come out on top. The Yellow Jackets are poised to secure a victory, making them a solid pick to cover the spread when they face Syracuse.

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