Tune In Now: Georgia Tech vs. UCF - Live Stream & Expert Picks!

UCF faces Georgia Tech in the Gasparilla Bowl, a showdown of upstart teams in Tampa, Florida.

UCF secured bowl eligibility after a late-season surge, led by running back RJ Harvey's heroics.

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Both teams played each other recently, with UCF winning both matchups.

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Expect only a few key players to opt out of the bowl game.

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The game is set for Dec. 22 at Raymond James Stadium, with a 6:30 p.m. ET kickoff on ESPN.

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The Gasparilla Bowl features an exciting quarterback battle between John Rhys Plumlee and Haynes King.

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Neither defense is strong, so expect a high-scoring game; UCF is favored, but Georgia Tech could keep it close. Pick: Georgia Tech +4.5.

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