Special teams heroics secure narrow 14-13 win for Colorado over Georgia Tech
Boo Carter’s block of a final-second field goal attempt denied Georgia Tech a comeback victory in a tightly contested 2026 season opener.
Colorado’s special teams unit delivered a decisive performance in the closing moments of a 14-13 victory over Georgia Tech on 4 September 2026. The match, part of the eight-game FBS slate for the 2026 college football season opener, was decided by a blocked kick as time expired.
The game’s final sequence began with a late offensive surge by Georgia Tech. With 37 seconds remaining, quarterback JuJu Lewis connected with receiver Charlie Williams for a touchdown pass that shifted the lead to the Yellow Jackets.
Following the go-ahead score, Georgia Tech moved swiftly to position for a potential game-winning field goal. The attempt, executed by kicker Aidan Birr, represented the final play of the contest.
Colorado’s Boo Carter intervened at the line of scrimmage, blocking Birr’s kick to secure the 14-13 result for the Buffaloes. The defensive stop effectively neutralised the impact of the late touchdown and preserved Colorado’s lead.
The outcome highlighted the critical role of special teams in a low-scoring affair. While Georgia Tech’s offensive unit managed to take the lead late in the game, their inability to convert the final kick proved costly.
This result adds to the early narrative of the 2026 season, which was headlined by a rematch between North Carolina and TCU. For Colorado, the victory underscores the importance of execution in the final seconds of a competitive match.
