PHOTOS: Georgia Tech opens season against Colorado

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PHOTOS: Georgia Tech opens season against Colorado

Georgia Tech squared off against Colorado on Thursday for its first game of the season. Tech had a chance to win it with a 45-yard field goal attempt from Aidan Birr. But Colorado’s defense got inside, and cornerback Boo Carter was able to block the attempt.

Colorado defensive back Boo Carter (center) blocks a field goal attempt by Georgia Tech kicker Aidan Birr on the final play of their game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. Colorado won, 14-13. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech’s Christian Garrett (from left), Shymeik Jones and Savion Riley cannot block Colorado kicker Daniel Gerlach as he kicks the extra point to take the lead over the Yellow Jackets at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech quarterback Alberto Mendoza (right) greets a Colorado staff member after the Yellow Jackets’ 14-13 loss to the Buffaloes at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Colorado coach Deion Sanders speaks to his players during their game against Georgia Tech at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Colorado defensive back Boo Carter (left) celebrates with cornerback Cree Thomas after blocking a field goal attempt by Georgia Tech kicker Aidan Birr (not pictured) on the final play of their game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech defensive lineman Shymeik Jones (right) sacks Colorado quarterback Julian Lewis during their game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech kicker Aidan Birr attempts a field goal during their game against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech quarterback Alberto Mendoza rolls out of the pocket during the first half against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech quarterback Alberto Mendoza (left) attempts a pass against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech tight end Kevin Roche Jr. (left) runs after a catch against Colorado defenders at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech wide receiver Rahkeem Smith (center) celebrates his kickoff return for a touchdown against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech linebacker Kyle Efford (center) tackles Colorado running back DeKalon Taylor to stop a fourth-and-goal attempt at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech wide receiver Rahkeem Smith returns a kickoff for a touchdown against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech running back Justice Haynes (center) runs for yards against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech wide receiver Rahkeem Smith (center) returns a kickoff for a touchdown against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

A cheerleader waves the GT flag after Georgia Tech scores a touchdown during their game against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech players run onto the field before their game against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Fireworks go off as Georgia Tech players run onto the field before their game against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech cheerleaders walk down Yellow Jacket Alley before the game against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech coach Brent Key walks with his daughter, Harper, down Yellow Jacket Alley before his team takes on Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech football players walk down Yellow Jacket Alley before their game against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech coach Brent Key greets a fans as he walks with his daughter, Harper, down Yellow Jacket Alley before his team takes on Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Georgia Tech quarterback Alberto Mendoza smiles as players walk down Yellow Jacket Alley before their game against Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Colorado defensive back Boo Carter (center) blocks a field goal attempt by Georgia Tech kicker Aidan Birr on the final play of their game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. Colorado won, 14-13. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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