Quick answer
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets defeated Clemson Tigers 21–17 in Week 8, 2008. Final score: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 21, Clemson Tigers 17.
Game summary
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets edged Clemson Tigers 21–17 in Week 8 of the 2008 season.
- Scoring: 4 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 5 plays.
- Passing leader: Cullen Harper (228) — 0.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.10 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Josh Nesbitt — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Aaron Kelly — 2 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 21 | |
| 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 17 |
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Cullen Harper (228) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.10 EPA/play +2.41 EPA
- Willy Korn (228) — 0.0 yds · +0.20 EPA/play +0.98 EPA
- Josh Nesbitt (59) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.14 EPA/play -1.62 EPA
Rushing
- Josh Nesbitt (59) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.17 EPA
- Jonathan Dwyer (59) — 0.0 yds -0.60 EPA
- Jamie Harper (228) — 0.0 yds -0.88 EPA
Receiving
- Aaron Kelly (228) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +1.65 EPA
- James Davis (228) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -0.00 EPA
- Demaryius Thomas (59) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.33 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cullen Harper | 23 | 8.7% | 0 | 2 | +0.10 | +2.41 | |
| Willy Korn | 5 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | +0.20 | +0.98 | |
| Josh Nesbitt | 12 | 8.3% | 0 | 1 | -0.14 | -1.62 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | ||
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 0 | 0 |
| EPA / play | — | — |
| Total EPA | — | — |
| Success rate | — | — |
| Pass EPA / play | — | — |
| Rush EPA / play | — | — |
| Yards | 0 | 0 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 3 | 0 | -2.64 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 5 | 0 | -1.87 | Missed FG | |
| Q1 | 5 | 0 | -1.47 | Interception | |
| Q1 | 2 | 0 | +2.02 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 3 | 0 | -2.75 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 3 | 0 | -2.75 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 3 | 0 | -2.63 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 3 | 0 | -2.20 | Punt | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | +1.08 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | +2.12 | Rush TD | |
| Q2 | 8 | 0 | +3.10 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal | |
| Q2 | 5 | 0 | -0.96 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 4 | 0 | -4.95 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 3 | 0 | -4.87 | Fumble | |
| Q2 | 2 | 0 | -5.32 | Fumble |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · Jonathan Dwyer rush for 8 yards, fumbled, recovered by Clem Brandon Maye at the Clem 41. (-5.44 EPA)
- Q2 · Clemson Tigers · Jamie Harper rush for 4 yards, fumbled, recovered by GTech Derrick Morgan at the GTech 41. (-4.99 EPA)
- Q3 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · Jonathan Dwyer rush for 2 yards, fumbled, recovered by Clem at the GTech 44. (-4.87 EPA)
- Q4 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · Josh Nesbitt pass complete to Demaryius Thomas for 24 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.7 EPA)
- Q3 · Clemson Tigers · Cullen Harper pass complete to Aaron Kelly for 32 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.59 EPA)
- Q3 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · Clemson penalty 5 yard roughing the kicker accepted. (+3.46 EPA)
- Q4 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · Josh Nesbitt pass complete to Demaryius Thomas for 23 yards to the Clem 41 for a 1ST down. (+3.28 EPA)
- Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Willy Korn pass complete to Aaron Kelly for 17 yards to the Clem 33 for a 1ST down. (+3.17 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets controlled the final (21–17) in Week 8.
- Passing edge: Cullen Harper (228) — yds, 2 TD.
- EPA edge: GT at EPA/play.
- Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score of Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Clemson Tigers?
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 21, Clemson Tigers 17 in Week 8 of the 2008 college football season.
Who won Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Clemson Tigers?
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets won with a final score of 21–17.
Where can I find the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Clemson Tigers box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=282920228.
Who led Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Clemson Tigers in passing?
Cullen Harper (228) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Clemson Tigers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
Entered 5-2 Now 6-2 W
Clemson Tigers
Entered 3-4 Now 3-5 L