OFFENSE DEFENSE

Georgia’ Tech’s transition from a triple-option attack to a balanced offense hasn’t been without growing pains. The Yellow Jackets allowed the most tackles for loss in the ACC last season, and posted the worst third-down conversion rate. But those pains are a thing of the past and the Jackets are about to unleash a big-time passing offense. There is a spirited battle for snaps between Haynes King and Zach Pyron at quarterback. They both have shown a tremendous upside and King has the experience of starting at Texas A&M. They have two outstanding targets who found their way to Tech through the portal. Dominick Blaylock comes from Georgia and Christian Leary from Alabama. Blaylock had 15 receptions for 227 yards for Georgia last season. Veteran running back Dontae Smith is more than capable of carrying the load in the running game.

The Yellow Jackets defeated the three teams (North Carolina, Duke and Pitt) that finished ahead of them in the ACC Coastal Division last season, with the wins over UNC and Pitt coming on the road. Couple that with having to play Clemson and Florida State as crossover games, and the five wins are more impressive. The secondary should be solid if the front four can mount any kind of pass rush. D’Quan Douse usually occupies at least one blocker in the middle. Clemson transfer Etinosa Reuben should boost the depth and allow the Jackets to keep the defensive front fresh. LaMiles Brooks is an excellent safety and has become a tremendous leader on and off the field. The key to the defense getting past mediocrity is the play of the two new linebackers. Braelen Oliver from Minnesota and Andre White from Texas A&M must evolve from role players to studs.

Special Teams

2023 Schedule

Special Teams

Newcomers

Braelen Oliver, LB — Oliver brings 38 games of experience at Minnesota with him. The Jackets expect him to be a tackling machine.

Andre White, LB — The exciting playmaker has 10.5 tackles for loss in his career, including four last season in just seven games for Texas A&M.

Evan Dickens, RB — Dickens played his senior season at IMG Academy and developed as a complete runner. He’ll see limited carries this season, but will be the feature back of the future.

LOUISVILLE Louisville, KY

HEAD COACH: Jeff Brohm

OC: Brian Brohm

DC: Ron English

2022 RECORD: 8-5 (4-4)

FOUNDED: 1798

STADIUM: Cardinal Stadium (62,000)