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Virginia Tech football: A look at Georgia Tech by the numbers

Virginia Tech looks to snap a two-game skid when they host Georgia Tech this weekend, with the Hokies hoping to capitalize on the Yellow Jackets' defensive vulnerabilities. Georgia Tech's unit ranks 105th in the FBS in total defense, surrendering 389 yards per game and allowing 5.5 yards per play, while their run defense—ranked 118th—is particularly porous, yielding 183 rushing yards per contest.

The absence of star running back Justice Haynes, who accounts for 462 of Georgia Tech’s 670 rushing yards, further weakens their ground game, giving Virginia Tech’s offense a potential opportunity to regain momentum after recent struggles against Cal’s stout defense. Meanwhile, Georgia Tech’s offense, ranked 87th overall, relies heavily on quarterback Alberto Mendoza, who has already been sacked 10 times this season, leaving him susceptible to pressure from Virginia Tech’s defensive front four: Aycen Stevens, Kemari Copeland, Cortez Harris, and Mylachi Williams.

The two programs have met 21 times, with Virginia Tech holding a 12-9 edge, including a 21-6 victory last season after Georgia Tech’s 35-20 win in 2024. The Hokies, currently at 1-2 in ACC play, will look to build on their recent momentum after dropping 11 spots in the rankings following an upset loss to Cal, while Georgia Tech climbed eight spots to No.

64 in ESPN’s SP+ rankings after defeating Duke last week.

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