Tech's Morgan, Blair earn ACC honors

Georgia Tech junior defensive end Derrick Morgan and junior kicker Scott Blair were voted the ACC's defensive player and specialist of the week after their showings in the 30-27 win against Clemson.

Morgan had three sacks as part of 10 tackles, and Blair kicked the game-winning field goal in addition to a touchdown pass on a fake field goal.

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