- Matchup: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs BYU Cougars
- Date: Saturday, December 27, 2025
- Venue: Camping World Stadium, Orlando, FL
- Broadcast: ABC
- Point Spread: Cougars favored by 5.0 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 56
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The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (9-3) are set to face off against the BYU Cougars (11-2) at Camping World Stadium on Saturday, December 27, 2025, in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. The Cougars are currently favored by 5.0 points according to Las Vegas bookmakers, with the total points projected at 56.
Entering this matchup, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets boast a record of 9-3 this season. In their last outing, they faced the Georgia Bulldogs, suffering a narrow defeat with a final score of 16-9. During that game, the Yellow Jackets rushed the ball 23 times, accumulating 69 yards for an average of 3.0 yards per carry. Overall, they executed 50 plays for a total of 250 yards. On defense, Georgia Tech allowed 11 completions out of 21 attempts for 70 yards, achieving a 52.4% completion rate. Against the run, they conceded 190 yards on 46 carries, averaging 4.1 yards per rush.
This season, the Yellow Jackets have amassed a total of 5,596 yards. In terms of scoring, Georgia Tech has recorded 14 passing touchdowns and 30 rushing touchdowns while losing possession 13 times. They have achieved 284 first downs and committed 71 penalties amounting to 565 yards. The team averages 203.0 rushing yards per game, placing them 20th in college football. With respect to scoring, the Yellow Jackets average 33.1 points per game.
On the defensive side, the Yellow Jackets rank 71st in Division I, allowing 25.0 points per game. Opponents gain an average of 4.6 yards per rush and 169.7 rushing yards per game during this season. Throughout this season, they have surrendered 2,036 rushing yards over 12 games. When it comes to passing yards, Georgia Tech has given up 2,728 yards, placing them 80th nationally. They allow an average of 227.3 passing yards per game and a completion rate of 61.2%. Overall, they have permitted 397.0 yards per game, ranking 92nd in Division I, along with 18 touchdown passes and 19 rushing touchdowns.
The Cougars come into this game with a record of 11-2. In their previous matchup, they faced off against the Texas Tech Red Raiders, where they lost 34-7. In that game, BYU rushed for only 2.1 yards per carry, totaling 63 yards on 30 attempts. Overall, they managed 200 yards from 59 plays, averaging 3.4 yards per play. Their secondary allowed a completion percentage of 60.6%, giving up 215 yards on 20 completions out of 33 passes. Defensively, they conceded 159 rushing yards on 41 attempts, averaging 3.9 yards per carry.
The BYU Cougars are averaging 397.5 yards per game, which ranks them 60th nationally. They have accumulated 586 yards in penalties over 72 infractions, placing them 80th in the nation concerning penalties. The Cougars generate an average of 184.4 rushing yards per game and have rushed for a total of 2,397 yards this season. They have thrown 7 interceptions and lost 8 fumbles, while accumulating 280 first downs. When it comes to scoring, BYU ranks 33rd nationally, averaging 31.9 points per game. They also have 2,772 passing yards this season, with an average of 213.2 passing yards per game, putting them 86th in Division I.
Defensively, the Cougars are allowing 19.0 points per game, ranking 21st in Division I. They have given up a total of 1,587 rushing yards (122.1 rush yards per game) and 12 rushing touchdowns this season. In terms of passing defense, they have conceded 16 touchdowns and an average of 206.3 passing yards per game, which ranks them 49th nationally. With 844 plays run against them this season, they rank 97th in the nation. Defensively, BYU has forced 7 fumbles and recorded 16 interceptions this season, allowing a total of 247 points.
Who will come out on top in this exciting matchup between the Yellow Jackets and Cougars?
Our Prediction: Take the Yellow Jackets +5.0
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