Georgia Tech’s New QB Challenge | Atlanta News

Coach Brent Key is turning Georgia Tech football around with three straight winning seasons and a stellar 23-16 record since taking over. Last year’s nine wins marked the best since 2016, keeping them in playoff contention until November—even after a tough bowl loss. This season, they’re aiming for an ACC title, but it’s no easy feat: they’ve got a new QB in Alberto Mendoza (who sat behind his brother at Indiana) replacing the dynamic Haynes King. The running game looks promising with Michigan transfer Justice Haynes (7+ yards per carry before injury) joining Malachi Hosley, who led the team in rushing last year. On defense, veteran linebackers Kyle Efford and E.J. Lightsey return to anchor the unit, while 19 transfers and a freshman class—including four receivers—compete for spots. Their early slate? Colorado opener, then top-20 Tennessee in Week 2. With a new QB and key receiving losses, they’ll need to click fast to survive the gauntlet. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/97f565285252578a