After exciting regular seasons for the Vanderbilt Commodores and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, the teams met for the 18th Birmingham Bowl. Some fans viewed the bowl game as a great end to a season that featured underdog victories for both teams.

In the third quarter, Vanderbilt led Georgia Tech 14-13.

The Commodores pulled off a major upset with a 6-6 loss to the Alabama Crimson Tide in Nashville in October. In November, Vandy defeated the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Georgia Tech, 7-5, also had an exciting year with an upset over the University of Miami and nearly defeated the University of Georgia in an eight-overtime loss.

“I am excited about the opportunity. I think it’s a really good duel. Two nerdy schools. They both have killer quarterbacks,” said Trae Fields, a Georgia Tech fan.

Fans were hoping for a bowl win to carry the momentum into the offseason.

“It is a good inspiration for the coach and the players. I think recruiting will be better. I think part of our enjoyment will really depend on the idea of ​​what the next season will be. How many more games can we play? It’s going to be a lot more fun at the stadium in Nashville when we’re celebrating, I think we’re really excited about what’s coming next,” said Will Burgin, a Vanderbilt graduate.

“Ending the season with a win is a must. Really carry that momentum into next season “People are a lot more motivated when they finish a season with a W,” said Cameron Carder, a Georgia Tech fan.

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