Colorado Football's season opener came down to the wire at Folsom Field on Friday night as Coach Prime’s squad battled Georgia Tech in a thriller that ended 27-20 in favor of the Yellow Jackets.
CU’s defense started hot, forcing three first-quarter turnovers, including an interception by DJ McKinney, who tied a program record with picks in three consecutive games. Kaidon Salter made his first start at quarterback, throwing a touchdown to DeKalon Taylor and adding a rushing score in the fourth quarter to tie the game late. Georgia Tech QB Haynes King sealed the win with a 45-yard rushing touchdown in the final minutes, finishing with 156 yards on the ground. The Yellow Jackets piled up 320 rushing yards and 463 total yards of offense.
Colorado showed promise with a balanced attack:
Salter: 17/28, 159 yards, 1 TD, plus 43 rushing yards and a rushing TD
Micah Welch: 64 rushing yards
Special Teams: Alejandro Mata 2/2 FGs (long of 42), Damon Greaves averaged 45 yards per punt, Buck Buchan...
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