Clemson Tigers @ Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 9/13/2025 12:00 PM EDT

We have your Clemson Tigers @ Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Clemson Tigers hit the road to face the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets.

Clemson Tigers @ Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Georgia Tech +158 on Caesars, Clemson -178 on FanDuel.
Best Spread Odds: Georgia Tech +4.5 (-110) on BetMGM, Clemson -3.5 (-120) on ESPN BET.
Best Total Odds: Over 52.0 (-110) on Caesars, Under 52.5 (-115) on ESPN BET.

Game Info

Date: 2025-09-13
Time: 12:00 PM EDT
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
TV: -

Clemson Tigers @ Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Preview

The No. 12 Clemson Tigers head to Atlanta to face the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in what is shaping up to be a pivotal early-season ACC matchup. Clemson enters this game looking to rebound from a challenging start to their season. After a disappointing Week 1 loss to LSU, the Tigers followed up with a less-than-convincing 24-16 victory over Troy, a game in which they were favored by 31 points and trailed 16-3 at halftime. Quarterback Cade Klubnik did lead a strong second-half comeback against Troy, but the team's overall performance has led to a drop in the polls and a tightening of the betting lines against Georgia Tech.

On the other side, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are off to an impressive 2-0 start. They secured a significant 27-20 road win against Colorado in Week 1, highlighted by quarterback Haynes King's career-high 156 rushing yards and three touchdowns. While King was sidelined with a nagging lower body injury for their game against Gardner-Webb, backup Aaron Philo stepped up, throwing for nearly 400 yards in a dominant victory. Despite their strong start, the Yellow Jackets have shown a tendency for slow starts, accumulating five first-quarter turnovers in each of their first two games, a trend they will need to address against a formidable Clemson defense. This game carries high stakes for both programs, with Georgia Tech aiming to prove their Top 25 potential and Clemson seeking a signature road win to climb back into the top 10.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Clemson has historically dominated this rivalry, winning the last nine consecutive matchups against Georgia Tech. Over these nine victories, the Tigers have defeated the Yellow Jackets by an average margin of 26.9 points. The last time Georgia Tech secured a win against Clemson was in 2014. Recent results include Clemson's 42-21 victory over Georgia Tech in November 2023, where they covered a -14.5 spread, and a 41-10 win on the road in September 2022, covering a -24.5 spread. While Clemson has maintained a strong hold on this series, the current form of both teams suggests this upcoming contest could be much closer than previous lopsided outcomes.

Pick: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets +4.5

Despite Clemson's historical dominance in this series, the current dynamics favor Georgia Tech to cover the spread. Clemson has shown vulnerability in their early games, including a significant struggle against Troy where they were heavily favored. Their offense has not consistently performed to expectations, and they are still finding their rhythm. Georgia Tech, conversely, has started strong with a notable road win against Colorado and has demonstrated resilience, even with key players like Haynes King dealing with injuries. The spread has already seen a significant adjustment from Clemson -9.5 in the offseason to -3.5/-4.5, reflecting growing confidence in the Yellow Jackets. With the game at home and a chance to prove their ACC dark horse potential, Georgia Tech is well-positioned to keep this game within the 4.5-point margin. You can find the best odds for Georgia Tech +4.5 (-110) on BetMGM.