A New Chapter in the Colorado–Georgia Tech Rivalry
The two programs will meet again on Thursday at 8 p.m. ET, a game that will be streamed on ESPN from Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta. Georgia Tech entered the series with a 1‑0 lead after a 27‑20 victory in 2025, a win powered by quarterback Haynes King, who amassed 156 rushing yards and three touchdowns, including a 45‑yard burst that broke a tie in the fourth quarter.
Colorado, under the direction of Deion Sanders in his third season, is looking to flip the script. Sanders, a former star of the Atlanta Falcons and Braves, has reshaped the Buffaloes’ roster and hopes to use the road contest as a springboard for a stronger 2026 campaign.
The upcoming clash also revives a debate that dates back to the 1990 split national championship, when Colorado captured the AP Poll while Georgia Tech topped the UPI Coaches Poll. Both schools have reworked their lineups, with Georgia Tech boasting 320 rushing yards in their first meeting and Colorado focused on limiting that ground attack.
A win would not only even the all‑time series but also give the Buffaloes a morale boost as they open the new season on the road. The game promises a contrast of styles, with the Yellow Jackets’ run‑heavy approach meeting Colorado’s attempt to impose a more balanced attack.