No. 5 Auburn, No. 16 Georgia Tech, and No. 14 Virginia Tech all fell to Georgia in November or December.
Georgia's offensive line, despite starting only six scholarship offensive linemen, allowed just two sacks to the Virginia Tech defense.
Starting deep in Georgia territory, Virginia Tech was further aided by a personal foul on Georgia, which set up a first-and-goal situation for Virginia Tech on the Georgia 6-yard line.
Only in the second half, when Glennon's interceptions allowed Georgia to start on the Tech side of the field, was the Georgia offense able to reach the end zone.
However, after a quick Tech first down, the Georgia defense stiffened and Tech was forced to settle for a field goal.
On the ground, it appeared that Virginia Tech had the edge in experience, forcing Georgia's defense to concentrate on stopping Tech's run game.
Georgia's punt rolled into the end zone for a touchback, and with 1:28 remaining in the game, Virginia Tech began the final drive on its own 20-yard line.
The third quarter came to a close as Virginia Tech struggled to answer the two Georgia scores.
During the third and fourth quarters, when all four Virginia Tech turnovers took place, Georgia's time of possession jumped to 10:41 and 7:47, respectively.
Branden Ore, Tech's starting tailback, earned 42 yards in 20 short rushes during the game.
The touchdown and extra point boosted Georgia's morale and cut the score to 21–13, Virginia Tech leading by eight.
Georgia was again unable to earn a first down in the ensuing possession, and attempted three straight rushing plays that earned a total of six yards.
Failing to advance the ball further, Georgia sent in kicker Brandon Coutu who kicked a 39-yard field goal to give Georgia the early lead, 3–0.
Tech received the kickoff from Georgia, but was again hampered by penalties after earning a first down.
