Georgia Tech
The Yellow Jackets led Division I-A in total offense and were the only team in that division to amass more than 500 yards per game. QB Joe Hamilton is a big part of that, but he has a pair of big-play receivers in Dez White and Kelly Campbell. Sean Gregory was a pleasant surprise at tailback after Nos. 1 and 2 tailbacks Joe Burns and Phillip Rogers went down. Hamilton passed for more than 3,000 yards and rushed for nearly 750 yards and was responsible for 35 touchdowns, running and passing. Tech needed fourth-quarter comebacks to beat North Carolina, Duke and Georgia, and nobody in college football is more dangerous than Hamilton in that setting. Massive offensive tackle Jon Carman (6-8, 335) was a first-team All-ACC selection and one of several quality linemen.

It's hard to say anything good about the Yellow Jackets' defense, which basically collapsed over the last half of the season. Inside linebacker Matt Uremovich had 54 tackles in four games but he was found to have a problem in his spinal cord and may never play again, much less make it back for the bowl. Defensive ends Greg Gathers and Felipe Claybrooks had 19 and 13 tackles for losses respectively, but the Yellow Jackets give up too many big plays. Travares Tillman, one of the best safeties in the ACC when he has any support, was forced to play cornerback down the stretch because Georgia Tech had nobody else who could get the job done in coverage. Back problems handicapped him at midseason but he should be close to full strength -- and the Yellow Jackets will need that.

Miami Hurricanes
Ken Dorsey has taken over the quarterback position in the absence of injured Kenny Kelly, and it has been the best thing possible for this once inconsistent offense. Dorsey is making the throws and giving his athletic receiving corps a chance to make plays. WRs Santana Moss, Reggie Germany and TE Bubba Franks are as explosive and reliable a crew in all of college football, and they are finally getting the touches that they need to make an impact. Subsequently, the success of the passing game has trickled down into the running game, where RBs James Jackson, Clinton Portis and Jarrett Payton are finding bigger running lanes to work with, as teams are not able to stack the line of scrimmage to defend against the run. Miami should have a huge day against a Georgia Tech defense that is allowing an average of 30.2 points per game.

The Miami defense has experienced a few bumps in the road with injuries and early assignment trouble, but as a unit it has grown and is playing the best team defense of the season. Miami is getting great pressure up front, and its secondary has finally bridged the communication gap. It is playing outstanding as a unit defensively, only allowing one passing touchdown in 23 quarters. Miami's defense ranks second in the Big East behind Virginia Tech in rushing defense (109.4) and pass defense efficiency (101.1 rating). LB Nate Webster is the leader of the Hurricane defense, finishing the season with 150 tackles, including 92 unassisted. He also had 19 tackles for 70 yards in losses and five forced fumbles.

Keys to the game
1. The team that slows down the other one, wins. Both teams have the ability to light up the scoreboard, but it will be up to the defenses to win this ball game. Tech QB Joe Hamilton is one of the best players in the country and his versatility will cause problems for the Miami defense. LBs Dan Morgan and Nate Webster will have to key up on Hamilton and force the Yellow Jackets to put the ball on the ground. Miami, on the other hand, will be relying upon the arm of freshman QB Ken Dorsey to led the offense. The Hurricanes will use three powerful running backs, led by RB James Jackson. RBs Clinton Portis and Jarrett Payton will also provide a solid balance for Dorsey on the ground, and should soften up the Jackets' defense for the 'Canes to take some chances down field in the passing game. Tech DE Felipe Claybrooks is a solid end , but he will have to keep the explosive and powerful Miami running game in between the tackles.

2. Inexperienced QB Ken Dorsey's ability to get the ball to his weapons. The Miami offense has plenty in their arsenal, but it will be up to Dorsey to get the ball to his weapons. Miami has one of the most dangerous receiving corps in the nation, led by WR Santana Moss. Moss has the ability to turn a short gain into a score. DC Jamara Clark will have his hands full with Moss and look for FS Traveres Tillman to key on Moss in the deep-third. Miami has the best tight end in the country and expect Dorsey to use him. Miami Coach Butch Davis will ask Dorsey to use TE Bubba Franks to work the middle of the field to open the deep ball for Moss and WRs Reggie Wayne and Andre King.

3. The vertical passing game. Look for both teams to try and throw a wrinkle in their offensive strategy to get the ball down the field. Hamilton is dangerous and Miami will be looking to focus on his versatility. If Hamilton can get the ball to WRs Dez White and Kelly Campbell. Miami is going to have trouble with the Jackets' balanced offense. Against the nation's powerhouses, Miami has had difficulty putting together a complete sixty-minute performance on defense. If the Hurricanes can leave everything on the field defensively, they will win. However, if they let Hamilton and his potent offense spread the field, the Jackets will run Miami's defense crazy with their spread vertical attack.

War Room Edge: Miami Hurricanes
Both teams are going to have to rely on their offenses to win. Look for both teams to use multi-blitz schemes to attack the line of scrimmage, working to create turnovers. Miami has great strength on their offensive line, led by All-American OG Richard Mercier and OC Ty Wise. The Canes should be able to give Dorsey the time he will need. Hamilton is dangerous without a line, but Miami is strong enough on defense to make a couple key stops. Whichever defense steps up, will win the game. Look for Hamilton to have a career day, but in the track meet between two explosive offenses, Miami will strike the most frequently.

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