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Colorado defeats Georgia Tech 14-13 in season opener

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Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Colorado defeats Georgia Tech 14-13 in season opener

Summary

The Colorado Buffaloes opened their 2026-27 college football season with a 14-13 victory over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on Thursday night at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta. A blocked field goal attempt in the final moments secured the win for Colorado. Offensively, the Buffaloes leaned on a rushing attack that combined for 165 yards and one touchdown. Quarterback Julian Lewis completed 14-of-27 passes for 124 yards and a touchdown without throwing an interception. The Colorado defense held Georgia Tech to 51 rushing yards, though Yellow Jackets quarterback Alberto Mendoza threw for 237 yards. This result provides a look at the Buffaloes' current tactical approach as they prepare for a September 19 meeting with Northwestern. Colorado enters the matchup in Evanston, Illinois, with a focus on defensive play and ball security following this win.

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•Colorado defeated Georgia Tech 14-13 at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
•The game ended when the Buffaloes blocked a potential game-winning field goal attempt.
•Colorado running backs accumulated 165 rushing yards on 35 carries.
•Georgia Tech was held to 51 total rushing yards by the Colorado defense.
•Northwestern faces Colorado in Evanston on September 19.

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