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Colorado Buffaloes edge Georgia Tech 14-13 in season opener
The Colorado Buffaloes secured a dramatic 14-13 victory over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in their 2026 season opener in Atlanta. Freshman quarterback Julian Lewis led a decisive late-game drive, connecting with tight end Charlie Williams for a 20-yard touchdown pass with 42 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter.
Georgia Tech appeared poised to win after quarterback Alberto Mendoza completed a 42-yard pass to Dalen Penson, putting the Yellow Jackets in field goal range. However, Colorado's Boo Carter blocked Aidan Birr’s 45-yard field goal attempt on the final play to preserve the win.
Colorado's victory was bolstered by a strong rushing performance, totaling 183 yards compared to Georgia Tech's 51. Running backs Micah Welch and Damian Henderson II contributed significantly to the ground game. Despite a difficult start for Lewis, who finished 14-of-27 for 124 yards, head coach Deion Sanders praised the team's resilience and refusal to lose hope during the second half.
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Alberto Mendoza · Brent Key · Colorado Buffaloes · Deion Sanders · Georgia Tech · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · Julian Lewis
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Sophomore quarterback Julian Lewis is expected to make his first career start for Colorado. www.cbsnews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Coach Deion Sanders expressed confidence and a desire for competition ahead of the Week 1 matchup against Georgia Tech. www.cbsnews.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Colorado Buffaloes finished their 2025 season with a 3-9 record. www.cbsnews.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Colorado has hired Chris Marve as defensive coordinator. www.cbsnews.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Colorado has hired Brennan Marion as offensive coordinator to implement a high-tempo offense. www.cbsnews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Deion Sanders is entering his fourth season as head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes. www.cbsnews.com