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Georgia Tech running back J.J. Green (28) makes a touchdown catch over Jacksonville State Traco Williams (13) in the second half of the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) celebrates the Jackets’, 37-10, victory over Jacksonville State during the home opener against at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech head coach Paul Johnson confers with running back Qua Searcy (1) during the first half of the the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech running back Clinton Lynch (22) runs down the sidelines until he is pushed out by Jacksonville State cornerback Siran Neal (5) in the first half of the Jackets’ home opener against the Gamecocks at...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech head coach Paul Johnson watches from the sideline in the first half of the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech wide receiver Ricky Jeune (2) catches a touchdown pass in the first half of the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech wide receiver Ricky Jeune (2) and quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) celebrate a first half touchdown during the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech running back Qua Searcy (1) celebrates after the Jackets took the lead in the first half of the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech wide receiver Ricky Jeune (2) and running back Qua Searcy (1) celebrate after scoring a touchdown in the first half of the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech running back Clinton Lynch (22) gets tackled by Jacksonville State cornerback Siran Neal (5) in the second half of the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech running back Jerry Howard (15) breaks away for a go-ahead touchdown in the second half of the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech mascot Buzz entertains fans during the Georgia Tech home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech wide receiver Ricky Jeune (2) makes a move after a touchdown catch in the second half of the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech defensive lineman Desmond Branch (99) attempts to block a kick by Jacksonville State's Cade Stinnett (19) in the second half of the Jackets’ home opener against the Gamecocks at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech defensive back Lawrence Austin (20) runs after he intercepted the ball in the first half the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech running back J.J. Green (28) makes a touchdown catch over Jacksonville State’s Traco Williams (13) in the second half of the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech running back J.J. Green (28) runs down the sidelines until he is pushed out by Jacksonville State safety Marlon Bridges (1) in the first half of Jackets’ home opener at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday,...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech players and fans celebrate their, 37-10, victory over Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech's Ramblin' Wreck leads the band, cheerleaders, players and coaches during the Players' Walk before the home opener against Jacksonville State outside Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech head coach Paul Johnson walks to Bobby Dodd Stadium before the season home opener against the Jacksonville State Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech players celebrate their, 37-10, victory over Jacksonville State during the Jackets’ home opener against Jacksonville State at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (right) gets a hug from Lance Austin after the Jackets lost to Tennessee 42-41 in double overtime Monday in the Chick-fil-A Kickoff game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Curtis...

Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) attempts to make a pitch on the final play of Monday's Chick-fil-A Kickoff game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Tennessee stopped the Jackets on the play to preserve the 42-41...

Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall reacts at the end of Monday's game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, a 42-41 double overtime loss to Tennessee in the Chick-fil-A Kickoff game.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall looks to head coach Paul Johnson on the sidelines reacting on the last play of the game falling 42-41 to Tennessee during double overtime in a NCAA college football game...

Tennessee players celebrate their 42-41 double overtime win over Georgia Tech Monday at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COM

Tennessee running back John Kelly reacts to scoring the winning touchdown in the 42-41 double overtime win. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Tennessee head coach Butch Jones puts on the old leather helmet trophy beating Georgia Tech 42-41 in double overtime in a NCAA college football game on Monday, September 4, 2017, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Georgia Tech defensive lineman Antonio Simmons (93) reacts to the Jackets' double overtime loss to Tennessee at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Monday. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COM

Georgia Tech players react to their loss in double overtime to Tennessee Monday. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COM

Tennessee blocks a field goal attempt by Georgia Tech kicker Shawn Davis as time expires in the fourth quarter of a NCAA college football game sending the game to overtime on Monday, September 4, 2017, in Atlanta...

With the game tied 28-28 Tennessee blocks a field goal attempt by Georgia Tech kicker Shawn Davis as time expires in the fourth quarter of a NCAA college football game sending the game to overtime on Monday, September...

Tennessee blocks a field goal attempt by Georgia Tech kicker Shawn Davis as time expires in the fourth quarter of a NCAA college football game sending the game to overtime on Monday, September 4, 2017, in Atlanta...

Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall on a quarterback keeper against Tennessee during the fourth quarter of Monday's game. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) dives in the endzone for a touchdown in the first half of NCAA college football game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Monday, September 4, 2017. Tennessee won 42-41 over...

Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) dives in the endzone for a touchdown in the first half of Monday's game. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COM

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway catches a touchdown pass over Georgia Tech defensive back Lamont Simmons to cut the lead to 28-21 during the fourth quarter in a NCAA college football game on Monday, September...

Georgia Tech running back KirVonte Benson (30) celebrates with teammates after he scored a a touchdown in the first half of NCAA college football game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Monday, September 4, 2017. HYOSUB...

Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) is pushed by Tennessee defensive back Nigel Warrior (18) in the first half of NCAA college football game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Monday, September 4, 2017. HYOSUB...

Jackets running back KirVonte Benson runs for yardage setting up a go ahead touchdown to take a 14-7 lead over Tennessee during the second quarter in a NCAA college football game on Monday, September 4, 2017, in...

Jackets quarterback TaQuon Marshall runs through three Tennessee defenders for yardage on a scoring drive that ended with a touchdown for a 14-7 lead during the second quarter in a NCAA college football game on...

Tennessee defender Cortez McDowell breaks up a pass to Georgia Tech wide receiver Brad Steward during the second quarter in a NCAA college football game on Monday, September 4, 2017, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Jackets quarterback TaQuon Marshall runs past Tennessee defenders for a first down on a scoring drive that ended with a touchdown for a 14-7 lead during the second quarter in a NCAA college football game on Monday...

Tennessee linebacker Daniel Bituli strips the ball as he tackles Georgia Tech quarteback TaQuon Marshall for the turn over with Tennessee recovering during the second quarter in a NCAA college football game on Monday...

Jackets head coach Paul Johnson instructs quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) in the first half of NCAA college football game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Monday, September 4, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COM

Jackets QB TaQuon Marshall is sacked during Monday's game against Tennessee at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Monday. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Georgia Tech running back KirVonte Benson (30) jumps over Tennessee linebacker Daniel Bituli (35) for a touchdown in the first half of NCAA college football game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Monday, September...

Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall picks up short yardage as he is tackled by Tennessee linebacker Daniel Bituli during the first quarter in a NCAA college football game on Monday, September 4, 2017, in Atlanta...

Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) loses the ball as he gets tackled by Tennessee linebacker Daniel Bituli (35) in the first half of NCAA college football game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Monday,...

Tennessee quarterback Quinten Dormady (12) prepares to get off a pass in the first half of NCAA college football game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Monday, September 4, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COM

Fans fill the stadium to watch Georgia Tech play Tennessee in a NCAA college football game on Monday, September 4, 2017, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

More than 700 college football players in FBS (Division I) are slated to play the 2017 season after having already earned a diploma. Here are the 19 at Georgia colleges: Matthew Jordan, Georgia Tech: Jackets quarterback...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

J.J. Green, Georgia Tech: Tech A-back made 10 starts last season, running for 6.2 yards per rush carry. He transferred from Georgia in 2015 where he played saftey. He earned a bachelor’s degree in history, technology...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Corey Griffin, Georgia Tech: Made 13 starts at strong safety, making a team-high 62 solo tackles last season. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration in May 2017.Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images

John Atkins, Georgia: Defensive tackle has appeared in 33 games since 2014. He earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology in fall 2016.Andy Harrison/UGA Sports

Brice Ramsey, Georgia: Camden County product returned for a fifth season after spending last four seasons at UGA playing quarterback and punter. He majored in communications.Perry McIntyre Jr./For the AJC

Aulden Bynum, Georgia: Offensive lineman from Valdosta appeared in 12 games last season. He majored in agriculture and applied economics.Andy Harrison/UGA Sports

Reggie Carter, Georgia: Linebacker with 83 career tackles returned for a fifth year. He majored in economics.Andy Harrison/UGA Sports

Cameron Nizialek, Georgia: A punter and kick specialist who transferred from Columbia University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in economics. He is pursuing a master’s degree in kinesiology at UGA.John Paul Van Wert/UGA Sports

David Marvin, Georgia: Place kicker transferred from Wofford where earned a degree in biology and chemistry. He holds Wofford record with the most field goals in school history (32). He is taking classes toward...Steven Colquitt/UGA Sports

B.J. Clay, Georgia State: Cornerback from Dacula tied team lead with three interceptions last season. He earned his degree in psycology in May 2017.Georgia State Athletics

DeQueszman Kelley, Georgia State: Defensive lineman played at Coffeyville (Kan.) Community College before transferring to Georgia State in 2015. He missed last season with a foot injury. He majored in interdisciplinary...Georgia State Athletics

Kyler Neal, Georgia State: Running back ranks fourth in Panthers' career rushing yards (946) and third in touchdowns (8). He earned a degree in history in May 2017.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Gabe Mobley, Georgia State: Offensive lineman from Colquitt County has made 22 straight starts as starting center. He majored in history.Jason Getz/AJC

Julien Laurent, Georgia State: Defensive lineman joined the program in 2015 after one season of junior college football at New Mexico Military Institute. He started in nine games last season, making 28 tackles....Jason Getz/AJC

Trey Payne, Georgia State: Linebacker is Georgia State's active tackling leader with 196, which ranks eighth in GSU history. He earned his degree in economics in May 2017.Brian Blanco/Getty Images

Myles Campbell, Georgia Southern: Wide receiver from Duluth was second on the team with 31 receptions last season. He graduated with a degree in finance.Todd Bennett/Getty Images

Mike Summers Jr., Georgia Southern: A transfer from Georgia Tech, the wide receiver missed last season with a knee injury. He holds a bachelor's in business administration from Tech and is working on a master's...Johnny Crawford/AJC

Matt Flynn, Georgia Southern: Kicker from Loganville averaged 39.1 yards per punt as a starter for the Eagles. He graduated with a degree in accounting.Via Twitter

George Johnson Jr., Georgia Southern: Wide receiver earned honor roll distinction the last two years. He earned a degree in health care administration.Todd Bennett/Getty Images

Georgia Tech safety Jalen Johnson (23) poses for a photo with his little sister during Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech linebacker Terrell Lewis (52) poses for the camera during Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech defensive end KeShun Freeman (42) high-fives a fan during Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech wide receivers Brad Stewart (83) and Ricky Jeune (2) pose for a photo with a fan during Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech safety Shaun Kagawa (44) signs a mini-helmet for a fan during Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech quarterbacks Matthew Jordan (11), Lucas Johnson (center) and Tobias Oliver (far right) sign autographs during Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech B-back Dedrick Mills (26) signs autographs for Yellow Jackets fans during Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech fans pose for a photo with Buzz in front of the Ramblin' Wreck during Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech B-backs (L-R) Jerry Howard, Jordan Ponchez-Mason, Brady Swilling, Quaide Weimerskirch, KirVonte Benson and Dedrick Mills sign autographs for fans at Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. --...Danny Karnik/GT Athletics

A general view of Bobby Dodd Stadium during Georgia Tech's Fan Day on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech fans wait in line to meet the Yellow Jackets' quarterbacks during Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech fans wait in line to meet the Yellow Jackets' safeties at Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. - Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech quarterbacks/B-backs coach Craig Candeto (left) meets former Yellow Jackets A-back Tony Zenon's daughter Skyla (right), as Zenon and his wife, Abby, (center) looks on. They were taking part in Tech's...Danny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech junior defensive tackle Kyle Cerge-Henderson signs an autograph with the help of his daughter, Ava, at Tech's Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Yellow Jackets fans pose for a photo with Georgia Tech football coach Paul Johnson during Tech's Fan Day on Aug. 12, 1007 at Bobby Dodd Stadium. -- Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech football coach Paul Johnson autographs a helmet at Fan Day in Bobby Dodd Stadium on Aug. 12, 2017. -- Photo by Danny Karnik/GT AthleticsDanny Karnik/GT Athletics

Georgia Tech head coach Paul Johnson watches over the first the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field on Friday, August 4, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech players warm up during the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech campus on Friday, August 4, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech defensive members move a mattress during the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech campus on Friday, August 4, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) runs through a drill during the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech campus on Friday, August 4, 2017...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech running back Qua Searcy (1) runs through a drill during the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech campus on Friday, August 4, 2017....HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Matthew Jordan (11) runs through a drill during the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech campus on Friday...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Matthew Jordan (11) smiles as he runs through a drill during the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech campus...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech players run through a drill during the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech campus on Friday, August 4, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech head coach Paul Johnson watches over the first the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech campus on Friday, August 4, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech offensive lineman Shamire Devine (71) and offensive lineman Parker Braun (75) warm up during the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech head coach Paul Johnson smiles as he talks to quarterback Matthew Jordan (foreground) during the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech offensive lineman Jake Stickler (67) warms up during the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech campus on Friday, August 4, 2017. HYOSUB...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech offensive lineman Parker Braun (75) warms up during the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech campus on Friday, August 4, 2017. HYOSUB...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech football players arrive in Rose Bowl Field for the first day of Georgia Tech football practice on Friday, August 4, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 4, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech head coach Paul Johnson watches over the first the first day of Georgia Tech football practice at Rose Bowl Field in Georgia Tech campus on Friday, August 4, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

Who are the top running backs in the ACC heading into the 2017 season? Dedrick Mills of Georgia Tech is certainly on the list, and in the eyes of some could be at the top.hshin@ajc.com

Mills rushed for 771 yards and 12 touchdowns as a true freshman in 2016, including this touchdown in a victory over Georgia Southern.hshin@ajc.com

Mills was the first true freshman RB to start a season opener for the Yellow Jackets since 2008, and he finished the season by earning the MVP of the TaxSlayer Bowl after rushing for 169 yards in Georgia Tech’s...hshin@ajc.com

Joining Mills at running back on most preseason All-ACC teams is Miami Hurricanes star Mark Walton.Lance King/Getty Images

Walton rushed for 1,117 and 14 touchdowns last season and his rushing total is the best among returning running backs in the ACC for 2017.Chet Strange/Getty Images

Virginia Tech's Travon McMillian (34, shown here scoring against Georgia Tech during the 2015 season) has rushed for more than 1,700 yards and 14 touchdowns the last two seasons and should be among the conference's...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Jacques Patrick is expected to emerge as the leader of the FSU running corp with the departure of Dalvin Cook to the NFL, and true freshman (and early enrollee) Cam Akers could make the noise in the Seminole backfield...Melina Vastola/USA Today

Lamar Jackson isn't a running back, but he is the leading returning rusher in the ACC after gaining 1,571 yards and 21 touchdowns on the ground in 2016.Andy Lyons/Getty Images

In addition to the 1,571 yards and 21 touchdowns on the ground, the Louisville quarterback passed for 3,543 yards and 30 touchdowns in 2016 and won the Heisman Trophy as the top player in the nation.Todd Van Emst/Getty Images

Kirk Ferentz, Iowa Hawkeyes, 1999. College football’s coach of the year in 2002. Has led the Hawkeyes to two Big Ten titles (2002, 2004) and a Big Ten West Division title in 2015.Michael Hickey/Getty Images

Gary Patterson, TCU Horned Frogs, 2000. Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year in 2009. Led the Horned Frogs to a Big 12 title in 2014.Tom Pennington/Getty Images

Mike Gundy, Oklahoma State Cowboys, 2005. Big 12 Coach of the Year in 2010. Led the Cowboys to a Big 12 title in 2011. J Pat Carter/Getty Images

Frank Solich, Ohio Bobcats, 2005. MAC Coach of the Year in 2006.Gregory Shamus/Getty Images

Kyle Whittingham , Utah Utes, 2005. Has a 10-1 bowl record as the Utes’ head coach.Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images

Pat Fitzgerald, Northwestern Wildcats , 2006. Fitzgerald has a 77–62 record at Northwestern.Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images

Rick Stockstill, Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders, 2006. A two-time Sun Belt Coach of the Year winner (2006, 2009), Stockstill led the Blue Raiders to a conference title in 2006.Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images

Mark Dantonio, Michigan State Spartans, 2007. A former defensive back at South Carolina, Dantonio is the Spartans’ winningest coach with 90 wins . He led the Spartans to three Big Ten titles in 2010, 2013 and 2015...Joe Robbins/Getty Images

Troy Calhoun, Air Force Falcons, 2007. A former quarterback at Air Force, Calhoun was named the Mountain West Coach of the Year in 2007.Tom Pennington/Getty Images

David Bailiff, Rice Owls, 2007. Bailiff is the only coach in Rice history to record two, 10-win seasons. He led the Owls to their first outright conference championship since 1957 in 2013.Cooper Neill/Getty Images

Nick Saban, Alabama Crimson Tide, 2007. Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year in 2014. Saban has led the Tide to four national titles in 2009, 2011, 2012, and 2015. His Alabama teams have won 7 of 10 SEC titles games. He...Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images

Dabo Swinney, Clemson Tigers, 2008. Swinney was named the interim head football coach six games into the 2008 season. He was the Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year in 2011. Led the Tigers to a national championship in...Jamie Squire/Getty Images

Paul Johnson, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, 2007. Johnson is a three-time ACC Coach of the Year (2008, 2009, 2014).HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

Ken Niumatalolo, Navy Midshipmen, 2007. Niumatalolo replaced Paul Johnson at Navy. He has been named American Athletic Conference Coach of the Year two years straight (2015, 2016).Joseph Garnett Jr./Getty Images

David Cutcliffe, Duke Blue Devils, 2007. Named ACC Coach of the Year in back-to-back seasons (2012, 2013).Lance King/Getty Images

Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game, Monday, Sept. 4, 8 p.m., Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta: Georgia Tech opens its second straight year at a neutral site, following last season's opener in Dublin vs. Boston College. The...Rob Foldy/Getty Images

Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game, Monday, Sept. 4, 8 p.m., Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta: The Tennessee Volunteers open against a Power 5 opponent for the first since defeating North Carolina in 2012 in Atlanta. This will...Streeter Lecka/Getty Images

Chic-fil-A Kickoff Game, Saturday, Sept. 2, 8 p.m., Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta: Alabama has opened the season at a neutral site since 2012 and is undefeated (5-0) at Arlington, Texas, and Atlanta. The Tide hasn't...Streeter Lecka/Getty Images

Chic-fil-A Kickoff Game, Saturday, Sept. 2, 8 p.m., Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta: Florida State last met Alabama in 2007 and walked away with a 21-14 win in Jacksonville, Fla. The Seminoles have opened the season...Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images

AdvoCare Classic, Saturday, Sept. 2, 3:30 p.m., AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas: Michigan hasn't opened the season on a neutral site since losing to Alabama in Arlington in 2012. The Wolverines have met Florida...Gregory Shamus/Getty Images

AdvoCare Classic, Saturday, Sept. 2, 3:30 p.m., AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas: The Gators are opening the season away from home for the first time since 1987. Their matchup against Michigan in the season opener...Brian Blanco/Getty Images

Texas Kickoff Classic, Saturday, Sept. 2, 9:30 p.m., NRG Stadium, Houston: LSU will open the season at a neutral site for the fourth time in the last five seasons. It will be the Tigers first meeting against the...Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images

Texas Kickoff Classic, Saturday, Sept. 2, 9:30 p.m., NRG Stadium, Houston: The Cougars will face LSU Tigers for the first time in program history. This is BYU's second game on the 2017 schedule. They have previously...Gene Sweeney Jr./Getty Images

Belk College Kickoff Classic, Saturday, Sept. 2, 3 p.m., Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, N.C.: The Wolfpack last opened the season on a neutral site in 2012 in Atlanta. N.C. State and South Carolina are former...Grant Halverson/Getty Images

Belk College Kickoff Classic, Saturday, Sept. 2, 3 p.m., Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, N.C.: The Gamecocks, too, are familiar with Charlotte, having opened the season there with a win over North Carolina in...Todd Bennett/Getty Images

Heidelberg University (May 14): SportsCenter anchor John Buccigross (alumni)Allen Kee / ESPN Images

University of Utah (May 4): Climber and Mountaineer Conrad Anker (alumni). His famous ascents include the high Himalaya and Antarctica.Rommel Demano/Getty Images

Alcorn State University (May 6): SportsCenter anchor Jay HarrisPhil Ellsworth / ESPN Images

Northwestern University (May 16): Tennis legend Billie Jean KingAlex Goodlett/Getty Images

University of Colorado (May 12): espnW writer Kate Fagan. She starred on the Buffaloes' women's basketball team.Joe Faraoni/ESPN Images

Binghamton University (May 19): Former sports writer and ESPN’s "Pardon the Interruption" co-host Tony Kornheiser (alumni).Randy Sager/ESPN Images

Georgetown's School of Continuing Studies (May 19): Nate Silver, baseball sabermetrics guru and editor of statistical website FiveThirtyEightPeter DaSilva / ESPN Images

Yale University (May 22): Theo Epstein, baseball general manager who won World Series with the Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox.Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images

In this photo released by Georgia Tech, Georgia Tech Quarterback Justin Thomas (5) warms up before the first half of an NCAA football game between Boston College and Georgia Tech, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016, in Dublin...Danny Karnik/AP

ATHENS, GA - NOVEMBER 29: Justin Thomas #5 of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets is pursued by Ramik Wilson #51 of the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on November 29, 2014 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty...Scott Cunningham/Getty Images

Atlanta, Ga. -- Georgia Tech senior QB Justin Thomas (5) congratulates sophomore QB TaQuon Marshall (16) after their 38-35 win over Duke Saturday, October 29, 2016. SPECIAL/Daniel VarnadoDaniel Varnado

November 26, 2016 Athens - During pregame warm-ups, Georgia Tech head coach Paul Johnson ad quarterback Justin Thomas (5) get prepared for their rivalry football game against the Georgia at Sanford Stadium on Saturday...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

October 24, 2015 Atlanta: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Justin Thomas in route to a touchdown late in the first half against the Florida State Seminoles Saturday October 24, 2015. BRANT SANDERLIN/BSANDERLIN@AJC...Brant Sanderlin

November 28, 2015 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Justin Thomas (5) makes a move in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 28, 2015. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

Georgia Tech quarterback Justin Thomas (5) receives instructions on the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Georgia Saturday, Nov. 29, 2014, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/David Tulis)Dave Tulis/AP

DUBLIN, IRELAND - SEPTEMBER 03: Justin Thomas of Georgia Tech during the Aer Lingus College Football Classic Ireland 2016 at Aviva Stadium on September 3, 2016 in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by Patrick Bolger/Getty...Patrick Bolger/Getty Images

Georgia Tech quarterback Justin Thomas throws a pass in the third quarter of an NCAA college football game against Virginia in Atlanta, Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016. Tech won 31-17. (AP Photo/David Goldman)David Goldman/AP

Atlanta, Ga. -- Georgia Tech senior QB Justin Thomas (5) sets up for a hand off to sophomore BB Marcus Marshall (34) in the first half of their game against DukeSaturday, October 29, 2016. SPECIAL/Daniel VarnadoDaniel Varnado

September 12, 2015 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Justin Thomas (5) holds a ball as he scores a touchdown against the Tulane Green Wave in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, September...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

September 22, 2016 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Justin Thomas (5) tosses a football to Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Isiah Willis (right) in the second half at Bobby Dodd Stadium...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

September 22, 2016 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Justin Thomas (5) looks for a space for pass in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, September 22, 2016. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

September 22, 2016 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Justin Thomas (5) is brought down by Clemson Tigers linebacker Kendall Joseph (34) in the second half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Thursday, September...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 15: Justin Thomas #5 of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets pitches the ball during the first half against the Clemson Tigers at Bobby Dodd Stadium on November 15, 2014 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo...HANDOUT/Getty Images

November 26, 2016 Athens - Georgia Tech quarterback Justin Thomas (5) pushes Georgia cornerback Aaron Davis (35) as he gets off a pass in the second half at Sanford Stadium on Saturday, November 26, 2016. Georgia...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

September 22, 2016 Atlanta - Georgia Tech quarterback Justin Thomas is greeted by a fan as fans are lining the way to Bobby Dodd Stadium before their game against the Clemson Tigers on Thursday, September 22, 2016...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

CHAPEL HILL, NC - NOVEMBER 05: Justin Thomas #5 of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets leaves the field after he was injured late in the game against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Kenan Stadium on November 5, 2016...Grant Halverson/Getty Images

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Paul Johnson instructs after Gold Team won 21 - 16 over the White Team during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech White Team quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) runs past Georgia Tech Gold Team defensive lineman Desmond Branch (99) during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Gold Team quarterback Chase Martenson (12) gets tackled by Georgia Tech White Team linebacker Tyler Cooksey (43) during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Paul Johnson reacts during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April 21, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Gold Team quarterback Lucas Johnson (18) carries a football against the White Team during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April 21, 2017...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Gold Team quarterback Lucas Johnson (18) fumbles the ball during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April 21, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Cheyenne (left) Hunt and Trey Smith warm up before 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April 21, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Paul Johnson chats with Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets defensive tackle Kyle Cerge-Henderson (54) as he warms up with teammates before 2017 Georgia Tech...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech White Team quarterback Jay Jones (13) runs during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April 21, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Gold Team quarterback Brady Swilling (4) eludes a tackle by Georgia Tech White Team defensive back Melvin Davis (22) and runs for a touchdown during 2017 Georgia Tech Football...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech White Team quarterback Jay Jones (13) fumbles the ball as he gets tackled by Georgia Tech Gold Team defensive lineman Antonio Simmons (93) during 2017 Georgia Tech Football...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech White Team quarterback Jay Jones (13) runs with the ball during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April 21, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Gold Team running back Xavier Gantt (46) runs past Georgia Tech White Team linebacker Zach Matthews (18) for a touchdown during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Paul Johnson instructs monitors with a coaching staff during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April 21, 2017...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Gold Team running back Quaide Weimerskirch (21) runs with the ball during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April 21, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Gold Team quarterback Lucas Johnson (18) gets off a pass during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April 21, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Gold Team quarterback Brady Swilling (4) runs for a touchdown during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April 21, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech White Team quarterback Jay Jones (13) tries to maintain a balance as he runs with the ball during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Paul Johnson instructs after Gold Team won 21 - 16 over the White Team during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

April 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech quarterback Matthew Jordan (right) watches from the sideline because of his injury during 2017 Georgia Tech Football Spring Game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Friday, April 21, 2017...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

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