I went with Georgia Tech today, plus 3. I'll probably end up rooting for Air Force, however, but either way I welcome a game that is not a contrast in styles. What I mean by that is that every time these teams face off against an opponent the announcers focus on the contrasting styles between option teams and their opponents without properly analysing the type of offenses these teams run. So, hopefully today's crew can describe how the teams are different and the ways each has prepared for the other. One advantage for Georgia Tech is that coach Paul Johnson won his last five games (2003-07) versus Air Force as head man at Navy. That is a streak he would like to keep going; so too Georgia Tech's 14 straight years with a winning record. But, the Yellow Jackets have lost five straight bowl games, so we are guaranteed the end of at least one streak.
Both teams are hoping to welcome back injured offensive leaders as Tech QB Josh Nesbitt (broken arm) and Falcons HB Jered Tew (broken fibula) are both expected to play. Whether or not they are factors, the reality is that both teams will run, run, and then run some more. a match-up of the team ranked number one in the nation in rushing (Tech at 327y per) and number two (Air Force at 318y) should be compelling.
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