2006 Chick-fil-A Bowl - Final Statistics

Final Statistics

Statistical Comparison
UGA VA Tech
1st Downs 9 9
Total Yards 200 189
Passing Yards 129 147
Rushing Yards 71 42
Penalties 4–31 8–78
3rd Down Conversions 3–14 3–13
4th Down Conversions 1–1 1–2
Turnovers 1 4
Time of Possession 30:23 29:37

The 18-point comeback was the largest for Georgia under coach Mark Richt up to that point. In recognition of their performances during the game, Georgia linebacker Tony Taylor and quarterback Matthew Stafford were named the defensive and offensive MVPs of the game, respectively. Taylor's two interceptions tied the Georgia bowl record for interceptions, first set by Scott Woerner and Ronnie Harris. The four Virginia Tech turnovers resulted in 18 Georgia points. Georgia's sole turnover resulted in seven points for Virginia Tech.

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