Georgia Tech prepares for season opener against Colorado on September 3

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:20 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Georgia Tech prepares for season opener against Colorado on September 3
Summary

Georgia Tech will host Colorado in their season opener on September 3, completing a home-and-home series. Last year, Georgia Tech won the first matchup 27-20 in Boulder. Both teams feature significant changes, with Georgia Tech introducing a new offensive coordinator, George Godsey, and starting quarterback, Alberto Mendoza. Colorado's Julian Lewis, who previously played sparingly, will start under new offensive coordinator Brennan Marion. Colorado enters the season with predictions of 3-4 wins in the Big 12 after rebuilding its roster with numerous transfers.

Source Links
By the Numbers
  • Georgia Tech defeated Colorado 27-20 in last year's matchup.
  • Alberto Mendoza takes over as Georgia Tech's starting quarterback.
  • Julian Lewis starts for Colorado after limited play in 2025.
  • Colorado has brought in 43 new players from the transfer portal.
  • Predictions suggest Colorado may finish with 3-4 wins in the Big 12.
Latest Updates
  • 2:20 PMYahoo Sports100 Days to Kickoff – Opponent Previews: Colorado
Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days