error: no ad slot id exists: undefined
ajc logoajc logo
Log In
  • ePaper
  • Newsletters
  • AJC Events
  • Help Center

Sports

  • Sports
  • AJC Varsity
  • Braves
  • UGA
  • Hawks
  • Georgia Tech
  • Falcons
  • United
  • Dream
  • Quick Links
    • ePaper
    • Newsletters
    • AJC Events
    • Help Center
  • Sports
    • AJC Varsity
    • Braves
    • UGA
    • Falcons
    • Georgia Tech
    • United
    • Hawks
    • Dream
    • State Sports Report
  • News
    • Metro Atlanta
    • Georgia News
    • National & World News
    • Education
    • Inspire Atlanta
    • Traffic
    • Weather
  • Politics
    • Politically Georgia
    • Trump Administration
    • Legislature
    • Legislative Navigator
    • Elections
    • Patricia Murphy
    • Jamie Dupree
  • Business
    • Georgia Companies
    • Growth & Development
    • Jobs
    • Climate
    • Entertainment Industry
    • Tech
    • Atlanta Airport
    • AJC Her+Story
  • Lifestyle
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Food & Dining
    • Atlanta 50
    • Dining Guides
    • Wellness
    • Things to do
    • Access ATL
    • Travel
    • AJC Peachtree Road Race
  • UATL
    • News
    • Entertainment
    • Food
    • Fashion
    • 404ward
    • The LineUp
    • Podcast
  • Opinion
    • Readers Write
    • AJC Columnists
    • Mike Luckovich
    • Get Schooled
    • Real Life with Nedra Rhone
    • Torpy at Large
    • Contact the AJC Editorial Board
  • Investigations
    • Data Journalism
    • Dangerous Dwellings: An AJC investigation
    • Unprotected: Senior Care
    • Breakdown
  • Podcasts
    • Breakdown
    • Politically Georgia
  • More
    • Daily Savings
    • Classifieds
    • Jobs
    • Obituaries
    • Politically Georgia Newsletter
    • Photo Galleries
    • Pulse
    • Videos
ajc logo in background
  • About
    • Help Center
    • About the Atlanta Journal-Constitution
    • Newsroom Ethics Code
    • Careers
    • Archive
  • Contact Us
    • Contact Us
    • Send a News Tip
    • Advertise
    • AJC Newsroom
  • Our Products
    • ePaper
    • Newsletters
    • All AJC Podcasts
    • AJC Events
    • Download iOS App
    • Download Android App
  • Subscription
    • Digital Subscription
    • Manage Subscription
    • Group Subscriptions
    • Subscription Terms & Conditions
    • NIE/Newspapers in Education
Follow Us
© 2025 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. All Rights Reserved.
By using this website, you accept the terms of our
Online Services Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, CCPA, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices.
Learn about Careers at Cox Enterprises.
Sports
Photos: Jackets upset the Tar Heels again
AJC photos from the Georgia Tech vs. North Carolina game on Oct. 28, 2023. Tech won 46-42.
Georgia Tech players celebrate as time runs out in a 46-42 win over North Carolina on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Brent Key smiles as he leaves the field victorious after the win.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech players and fans celebrate their win over North Carolina.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech players celebrate their win over North Carolina as fans storm the field.  Georgia Tech won, 46-42.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets offensive lineman Tyler Gibson (74) and other players celebrate their win over North Carolina.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech players celebrate their win over North Carolina.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Former Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson is honored for being named to the College Football Hall of Fame.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets tight end Brett Seither (80) makes a touchdown reception during the second quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets tight end Brett Seither (80) makes a touchdown reception during the second quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets wide receiver Malik Rutherford (8) indicates a first down during the first quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets wide receiver Malik Rutherford (8) runs 42 yards with a Haynes King pass to score a touchdown during the second quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets wide receiver Malik Rutherford (8) celebrates his touchdown reception with quarterback Haynes King (10) during the second quarter against North Carolina Saturday.  Tech won 46-42. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets wide receiver Malik Rutherford (8) leaps into the end zone for a touchdown during the second quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Dontae Smith (4) runs for a first down during the first half.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
North Carolina Tar Heels running back Omarion Hampton (28) breaks free for a touchdown during the first quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Haynes King (10) throws to the end zone.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Jamal Haynes (11) runs for a first down.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Dontae Smith (4) runs for a first down during the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Brent Key during the second half.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Drake Maye (10) scores a touchdown on a keeper during the second half.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
North Carolina Tar Heels running back Omarion Hampton (28) leaps over Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets defensive back Myles Sims (0) during the second half.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Brent Key is congratulated as he leaves the field.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Dontae Smith (4) indicates a Tech first down with 2:23 to go in the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Brent Key reacts during the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Haynes King (10) runs up the middle for a gain of 52 yards to set up Tech's go-ahead touchdown during the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Dontae Smith (4) celebrates with teammates after his  touchdown on a 70-yard run during the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Dontae Smith (4) dives for a touchdown.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Jamal Haynes (11) cuts back.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets offensive lineman Joe Fusile (67) celebrates the go-ahead touchdown during the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
1 / 29
Georgia Tech players celebrate as time runs out in a 46-42 win over North Carolina on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Today’s Gallery Headlines

McEachern players run through the banner before the game against Hillgrove at Cobb Energy Hillgrove Stadium in Powder Springs, GA on Friday, October 17th, 2025. (Oscar Guevara Saenz for the AJC)
Placeholder Image

Credit: Oscar Guevara Saenz

PHOTOS: Hillgrove vs. McEachern high school football

McEachern defeated Hillgrove 35-14 in a football game at Cobb Energy Hillgrove Stadium in Powder Springs on Friday.

2h ago
Halloween decorations sit in Georgia Tech football coach Brent Key’s yard in Atlanta on Thursday, October 16, 2025. (Abbey Cutrer / AJC)
Placeholder Image

Credit: abbey.cutrer@ajc.com

PHOTOS: Georgia Tech football coach Brent Key's house in Halloween mode

Georgia Tech football coach Brent Key goes all out for Halloween.

DeKalb County Sheriff Melody Maddox cheers on the alumni band at Morris Brown College during the homecoming tailgate on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Thousands gathered to reunite as the school undergoes what President Kevin James calls “the resurgence” since regaining accreditation in 2022. (Natrice Miller/ AJC)
Placeholder Image

PHOTOS: Homecoming at Morris Brown College

Morris Brown College celebrated homecoming with its Royal Coronation and tailgate in Atlanta, bringing students, alumni and the community together.

Georgia Bulldogs forward Jake Wilkins (21) attempts a three-pointer against Georgia State Panthers guard Jelani Hamilton (10) during the first half of an exhibition opener at the Georgia State Convocation Center on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, in Atlanta. 
(Miguel Martinez/ AJC)
Placeholder Image

Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez

PHOTOS: Georgia State hosts UGA in a basketball exhibition

Georgia State basketball hosted the Georgia Bulldogs on Wednesday, Oct. 15 in a preseason exhibition. UGA won 65-61.

Students and supporters attend a memorial event for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. President Donald Trump proclaimed Oct. 14, what would have been Kirk’s 32nd birthday, a national day of remembrance and posthumously awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)
Placeholder Image

Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC

PHOTOS: KSU students remember slain Charlie Kirk on birthday

Students at Kennesaw State University organized a tribute Tuesday to conservative activist Charlie Kirk on what would have been his 32nd birthday.

The DeKalb County School District has had a revolving door of superintendents since 2010. Nine people have served in that position — including one person who served twice. (Photo illustration by Cassidy Alexander)
Placeholder Image

Credit: Cassidy Alexander

DeKalb's long list of school superintendents

The DeKalb County School District has had a revolving door of superintendents since 2010. Nine people have served in that position — including one person who served twice.

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson avoids a tackle to run for his touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Monday, October 13, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)
Placeholder Image

Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez

PHOTOS: Falcons defeat Bills on Monday Night Football

The Atlanta Falcons won a primetime game against the Buffalo Bills, 24-14, on Monday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium to move to 3-2 on the season.

Buffalo Bills fans tailgate outside Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Atlanta, ahead of the Monday Night Football game against the Atlanta Falcons. Many traveled from New York and across the country to join the “Bills Mafia” gathering. (Olivia Bowdoin for the AJC)
Placeholder Image

Credit: Olivia Bowdoin

PHOTOS: Bills Mafia tailgates in Atlanta before Falcons game

Bills fans, often called "Bills Mafia," traveled to Atlanta to tailgate before a Monday Night Football game against the Falcons on Oct. 13.