Georgia Tech survived a sloppy start and a hostile environment to open its season with a statement — a 27–20 come-from-behind win at Colorado, capped by Haynes King’s 45-yard go-ahead touchdown with just 1:07 remaining.
Game That Told the Story
- Turnover trouble early: Tech coughed it up twice and threw an interception in their first three drives.
- Resilient response: King led the charge—rushing for 156 yards and three TDs, carving up Colorado’s defense when it mattered most. He also threw for 143 yards.
- Colorado rallied behind dual-threat QB Kaidon Salter, who threw for 159 yards with a touchdown and added 43 rushing yards and a score.
- The game pivoted in the final minutes: King’s 45-yard sprint broke the tie, setting up a dramatic stop that sealed the win.
- Final score: Georgia Tech 27, Colorado 20.
Broader Context & Season Kickoff Insights
- Betting rationale: Tech entered as a 4–4.5 point favorite, and analysts leaned that Colorado’s turnover-prone situation and roster shifts gave Tech the upper hand.
- State of the Buffs: Under Deion Sanders, Colorado enters a rebuild after losing stars like Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter. Expect depth, transfers, and a new QB to play key roles early.
- Coach Prime’s comeback story: Sanders is returning after battling cancer—emerging “cured” and with renewed perspective as he leads Boulder’s resurgence.
Clutch Crunch Take
Tech’s offense got right in the endgame thanks to King’s athletic dominance. Meanwhile, CU showed flashes but couldn’t hold under pressure. If Week One is any guide, 2025 promises heat in the ACC—and maybe a surprise or two from Boulder.