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Georgia Tech analyst predicts tough opener for Colorado

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:48 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Georgia Tech analyst predicts tough opener for Colorado
Summary

Georgia Tech is set to face Colorado in their season opener on September 3 at Bobby Dodd Stadium. ACC analyst Eric Mac Lain forecasts that Georgia Tech will dominate the game, running the ball 50 times and asserting physical control over Colorado. The Buffs enter as underdogs after a challenge-filled 3-9 season last year. Defensive tackle Dylan Manuel responded to Mac Lain's prediction, expressing confidence in the team ahead of the matchup. Colorado is striving to establish a new offensive identity and toughness in training camp.

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  • •Game time is set for 6 p.m. MT on September 3.
  • •Georgia Tech is a seven-point favorite for the matchup.
  • •Last year's opener saw Georgia Tech defeat Colorado 27-20.
  • •Mac Lain's comments have sparked motivation in Colorado's locker room.
  • •Both teams will feature different rosters compared to last season.
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  • 6:48 PMYahoo Sports — Colorado receives blunt warning from analyst about Georgia Tech opener
What they're saying
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An ACC analyst predicted Georgia Tech will run over Colorado in Week 1, giving Deion Sanders' team more motivation.

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