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Georgia Tech Faces Upset Bid vs. No. 18 Tennessee
13 Sep
Summary
- Georgia Tech lost to Colorado in Week 1, seeking redemption.
- Tennessee is ranked No. 18, with a new starting quarterback.
- The game kicks off Saturday, Sept. 12, on ESPN.
Georgia Tech seeks to rebound from a surprising Week 1 loss to Colorado when they host No. 18 Tennessee on Saturday, September 12. The Yellow Jackets aim to avoid an 0-2 start to their season, a scenario that would test their resilience under new leadership.
The matchup features two teams with first-year starting quarterbacks. Tennessee's Faizon Brandon had a strong debut, while Georgia Tech's Alberto Mendoza's performance was efficient but lacked explosive plays. Both teams' offensive strengths and weaknesses will be under scrutiny.
The game is set for a 7 p.m. ET kickoff at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta and will be televised on ESPN. Tennessee enters the contest as a significant favorite, with odds indicating a challenging road game for the home team.
The Volunteers will also see the return of key linebacker Arion Carter from a one-week suspension, bolstering their already dominant defense. For Georgia Tech, the game is a critical opportunity to gauge their season's potential and achieve an early resume-boosting win.
