Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets: 2021 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Pittsburgh Panthers defeated Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 52–21 in Week 5, 2021. Final score: Pittsburgh Panthers 52, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Pittsburgh Panthers	12	18	6	3	52
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets	12	6	6	0	21

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Kenny Pickett (221) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.86 EPA/play +23.26 EPA
• Jeff Sims (59) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.47 EPA/play +13.72 EPA
• Nick Patti (221) — 0.0 yds · +1.88 EPA/play +1.88 EPA

Rushing

• Israel Abanikanda (221) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD -0.09 EPA
• Vincent Davis (221) — 0.0 yds +0.08 EPA
• Jahmyr Gibbs (59) — 0.0 yds -1.20 EPA

Receiving

• Jordan Addison (221) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +1.60 EPA
• Malachi Carter (59) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.90 EPA
• Malik Rutherford (59) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +1.30 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kenny Pickett	221	27	81.5%	0	4	+0.86	+23.26
Jeff Sims	59	29	75.9%	0	2	+0.47	+13.72
Nick Patti	221	1	100.0%	0	0	+1.88	+1.88
TEAM	59	1	0.0%	0	0	-6.54	-6.54

Team EPA comparison

Stat	PITT	GT
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	59	1	0	-0.61	Ended
Q1	221	1	0	+1.50	Pass TD
Q1	59	1	0	-1.71	Punt
Q1	221	1	0	+2.32	Punt
Q1	59	3	0	-2.29	Ended
Q1	221	5	0	+0.33	Ended
Q1	59	1	0	+4.59	Pass TD
Q1	221	1	0	-0.45	Ended
Q1	59	4	0	-4.65	Touchdown
Q1	221	1	0	+1.39	Rush TD
Q1	59	2	0	-4.91	Interception
Q1	221	6	0	+2.20	Punt
Q1	59	1	0	+1.56	Ended
Q1	221	7	0	+1.31	Ended
Q2	59	1	0	-2.68	Ended
Q2	221	2	0	+0.37	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · John Petrishen 33 Yd Interception Return (Sam Scarton Kick) (-6.54 EPA)
2. Q2 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · Jeff Sims pass complete to Jahmyr Gibbs for 71 yds to the Pitt 4 for a 1ST down (+4.95 EPA)
3. Q1 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · Jeff Sims pass complete to Nate McCollum for 44 yds for a TD, (Brent Cimaglia KICK) (+4.59 EPA)
4. Q1 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · Jeff Sims pass intercepted return for no gain to the GTech 48 (-4.43 EPA)
5. Q2 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Kenny Pickett pass complete to Taysir Mack for 20 yds to the GTech 17 for a 1ST down (+3.81 EPA)
6. Q2 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · David Shanahan punt for 41 yds PITTSBURGH Penalty, Kick Catch Interference on JORDAN-SWILLING, Bruce enforced at the deadball spot for (15 Yards) to the Pitt 45 (+3.58 EPA)
7. Q2 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Kenny Pickett pass complete to Taysir Mack for 55 yds for a TD, (Sam Scarton KICK) (+3.54 EPA)
8. Q3 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · SIMS, Jeff pass to the left complete for 17 yards to GIBBS, Jahmyr caught at the GT 45 and advanced to the UP 36 (WOODS, A.J.), 1ST DOWN. PENALTY UP Personal Foul on WOODS, A.J. enforced 15 yards from the end of the play at the UP 36 to the UP 21 and results in automatic 1ST DOWN [NHSG]. NO PLAY (replay the down). (+3.46 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Pittsburgh Panthers controlled the final (52–21) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Kenny Pickett (221) — yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: PITT 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 Pittsburgh Panthers vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets?

Pittsburgh Panthers 52, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 21 in Week 5 of the 2021 college football season.

Who won Pittsburgh Panthers vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets?

Pittsburgh Panthers won with a final score of 52–21.

Where can I find the Pittsburgh Panthers vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401282649.

Who led Pittsburgh Panthers vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in passing?

Kenny Pickett (221) led passers with 0.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Pittsburgh Panthers at Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.