On October 11, 1986, Georgia Tech made program history.
Behind head coach Bill Curry, the Yellow Jackets crushed No. 17 NC State, 59–21, at Grant Field. It remains the most points ever scored by Georgia Tech against a ranked opponent.
The game wasn’t close. From the opening drive, the Jackets dominated both sides of the ball. Quarterback Jim Wilson led a sharp offense that picked apart the Wolfpack defense. Georgia Tech’s “microchip backfield” . Known for its speed and precision — controlled the pace and set the tone early.
59 Point Explosion
The 59-point explosion stunned NC State.