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Game day preview: How can Tech beat BC in opener

Sept 3, 2016

Breaking down the Georgia Tech-Boston College season opener Saturday in Dublin, Ireland.

-- 3 keys: Running backs will be vital for Jackets

-- Q&A: Freddie Burden talks about overcoming adversity

-- By the numbers: Eight interesting facts about the game

-- Opposing view: BC defense remains stout

-- Jeff Schultz video: Jackets may want to stay in Dublin?

-- Ken Sugiura video: Observations from Dublin before the game

-- Recruiting: Johnson says finding a prospect in Dublin 'could happen'

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