Just had this wild thought and couldn't find a clear answer online – does anyone know what college football game holds the record for the most points ever scored? This isn't stressed, just a fun fact-finding mission 😊
You're certainly right, that's a fun and curious question! The college football game with the highest recorded total score is the game between Georgia Tech and Cumberland College on October 7, 1916.
In this historic game, Georgia Tech scored a phenomenal 222 points while Cumberland College scored zero. The matchup is unique in the history of college football due to its shockingly significant difference in points. The lopsided match reflected the Cumberland College team's general lack of experience and preparation for the game.
This record is quite compelling, and the story behind it is even more so. It's said that Cumberland College fielded a team consisting mostly of fraternity brothers, most of whom had never played football before, in order to fulfill a scheduling obligation. They were clearly no match for the dominant Georgia Tech squad led by legendary coach John Heisman.
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