The 2025 rivalry game between Georgia Tech and Georgia will be held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the teams announced on Tuesday, Oct. 15.
The game will mark the first time in the modern era that the “Clean Old-Fashioned Hate” matchup will be played outside of Bobby Dodd Stadium or Sanford Stadium.
Georgia Bulldogs vs. Yellowjackets at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
The football rivalry between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets is one of the oldest and most storied in college football. Known as “Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate,” the annual matchup is a fierce battle between the University of Georgia (UGA) and the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech).
While Georgia has been a perennial powerhouse for the last few decades, the Yellowjackets have had some good stretches among those years.
Here’s an overview of the football history between these two teams:
Origins of the Rivalry
- The rivalry began on November 4, 1893, with Georgia Tech defeating Georgia 28-6 in Athens, marking the start of a bitter competition.
- The teams faced off regularly until the 1920s, when a conflict over player eligibility led to a brief pause in the rivalry. It resumed in 1925 and has been played annually ever since.
Series History
- The Georgia Bulldogs lead the overall series with a dominant record. As of 2023, Georgia holds a significant edge in the rivalry, with more than 70 victories.
- The rivalry has featured several long win streaks by both teams, though Georgia has generally had the upper hand in modern times.
Notable Moments
- 1942: Georgia, led by Heisman Trophy winner Frank Sinkwich, defeated Georgia Tech 34-0. This was part of an undefeated season for the Bulldogs, who went on to claim their first consensus national championship.
- 1952: Georgia Tech won a national championship under head coach Bobby Dodd, and that season they also beat Georgia 23-9, during a period when Tech dominated the rivalry.
- 1999: One of the most controversial games in the rivalry. Georgia Tech won 51-48 in overtime, but a questionable call on a Georgia fumble late in the game led to the result being hotly debated for years.
- 2008: Georgia Tech broke a seven-year losing streak with a 45-42 victory in Athens. It was their first win at Sanford Stadium since 2000.
- 2019: Georgia Bulldogs won 52-7, showcasing their dominance in recent years as part of a run under head coach Kirby Smart.
Program Success
- Georgia Bulldogs:
- One of the most successful programs in college football, with four national championships (1942, 1980, 2021, 2022).
- UGA has won 14 SEC championships and produced multiple Heisman Trophy winners, including Herschel Walker in 1982.
- They are known for their dominance in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) and have consistently been a national title contender.
- Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets:
- Georgia Tech has won four national championships (1917, 1928, 1952, 1990).
- They were a dominant force in college football in the mid-20th century under coaches like Bobby Dodd, but they now play in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), where they’ve seen less consistent success in recent decades.
- Tech has produced several notable players and coaches, including Calvin Johnson and legendary coach Bobby Dodd.
Recent Years
In recent years, Georgia has consistently been a top contender for national championships, while Georgia Tech has been in a rebuilding phase. This has led to several lopsided victories in favor of Georgia, though the rivalry remains deeply passionate for both fanbases.
The rivalry has also evolved beyond football, representing a larger cultural and academic competition between a public state university (Georgia) and a prestigious technological institute (Georgia Tech).
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