Okay, so today I’m diving into the Georgia Tech vs. Auburn game. It’s a classic match-up, right? They first clashed way back in 1892, and that’s what you call some serious history.
I started by digging up some old game records. It was like opening a time capsule! Found out that these two have been in the same conference, the SIAA, until 1922. Then they both moved to the Southeastern Conference. But get this, Georgia Tech jumped ship in ’63 and went solo for a while before joining another conference.
Next up, I watched some old game footage. Not the easiest thing, let me tell you. It’s all grainy, but you can still feel the intensity. There was this one game on November 25, 1920. Georgia Tech crushed Auburn 34-0 at Grant Field. There was this guy, Buck Flowers, who was a total beast. In his last game, he scored three touchdowns and even passed for a fourth. Talk about going out with a bang!
- Scored on an 82-yard punt return.
- Then a 65-yard punt return.
- And a 33-yard run from scrimmage.
Reliving the Rivalry
Then, I tried to experience the rivalry firsthand. I mean, I wasn’t around in 1892, but I hit up a recent game. The energy was nuts! People are super passionate about this rivalry. There was this one game that they call the “Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry”, and I totally get why.
After that, I compared the stats. Auburn is leading the series 47-41-4. But it’s not just about the numbers, right? It’s the stories behind each game that make it interesting. There was this time Georgia Tech went to Auburn for the first time and got stomped 45-0. The story goes that Auburn students greased the railroad tracks the night before. Seriously, how crazy is that?
Lastly, I chatted with some die-hard fans. Their stories are what really brought this rivalry to life for me. It’s more than just a game; it’s a tradition passed down through generations. There are also many rivalries that are related to this. I also learned about these two teams’ records against other teams, like Georgia Bulldogs.
So yeah, that’s my deep dive into the Georgia Tech vs. Auburn rivalry. It’s been a wild ride, from old records to modern-day games. The passion, the history, the stories – it’s all there. And I’m here for it!
