Georgia Tech at Colorado College Football Prediction: August 29, 2025
The 2025 college football season kicks off with an intriguing non-conference matchup as Georgia Tech visits Colorado on Friday, August 29, at 8:00 PM EST. Georgia Tech enters as a 4-point road favorite with a total set at 57.5 (mybookie). This line reflects oddsmakers’ and the betting public’s expectations, suggesting the departure of key Colorado players, notably quarterback Shedeur Sanders and Heisman winner Travis Hunter, will significantly impact the Buffs. If this game had been played last season, our model projected a Colorado win at 31-20. Let’s break down the matchup and provide a betting perspective.
Team Overviews
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (2024: 7-6, 5-3 ACC)
Georgia Tech returns five offensive starters, led by dual-threat quarterback Haynes King, who showcased his versatility last season. The Yellow Jackets ranked second in the ACC in rushing, a strength they’ll lean on again in 2025. Despite enduring multiple injuries to key players in 2024, Tech still finished 7-6, hinting at resilience and potential for growth.
With new defensive coordinator Blake Gideon overseeing a rebuilt defensive line, concerns linger about that unit’s effectiveness. However, with so many key pieces returning, Tech is poised to surpass last year’s win total and could emerge as an ACC contender.
Colorado Buffaloes (2024: 9-4, 7-2 Big 12)
Colorado had a breakout 2024 season, going 9-4 overall and 7-2 in the Big 12 under coach Deion Sanders. However, the Buffs face a major transition, returning just three starters on offense and three on defense. The loss of Shedeur Sanders at quarterback and Travis Hunter to the NFL leaves significant holes. Kaidon Salter and Julian Lewis, both dual-threat QBs, will battle for the starting role.
Colorado’s ground game has been the worst in FBS under Sanders, adding pressure to the new QB. Off-field challenges include Sanders’ recent absence due to undisclosed health issues—his first season without a son on the roster—and the team’s last-place ranking in the 2026 Big 12 recruiting class. Positively, both offensive and defensive lines are reportedly improved from last year.
Betting Odds and Trends
- Spread: Georgia Tech -4 (-110) | Colorado +4 (-110)
- Moneyline: Georgia Tech -185 | Colorado +155
- Total: Over/Under 57.5 (-110)
- Kickoff: August 29, 2025, 8:00 PM EST
Betting Trends (2024 Season):
- Georgia Tech: 6-7 ATS, 3-4 ATS on the road. Tech struggled to cover as favorites (1-2 ATS) but showed competitiveness in close games.
- Colorado: 8-5 ATS, 4-2 ATS at home. The Buffs excelled as underdogs (5-2 ATS) and went 4-1 to the Over in home games.
- Historical Context: Last season’s model projection (Colorado 31-20) suggests a shift, with the current line favoring Tech due to personnel changes.
Key Factors to Watch
- Quarterback Battle vs. Dual-Threat Edge
Colorado’s QB competition between Salter and Lewis introduces uncertainty, especially with the team’s poor rushing attack (last in FBS in 2024). Georgia Tech’s Haynes King, a proven dual-threat QB, gives the Yellow Jackets an advantage in both passing and running, potentially exploiting Colorado’s untested secondary.
. - Rushing Disparity
Tech’s second-ranked ACC rushing attack (averaging 186.3 yards per game in 2024) contrasts sharply with Colorado’s ground game struggles. If Tech controls the line of scrimmage, they could dictate the pace and keep the game low-scoring.
. - Defensive Line Concerns
Georgia Tech’s rebuilt defensive line under Gideon will face Colorado’s improved offensive front. If Tech’s front falters, Colorado’s new QB could find passing lanes, but the Buffs’ lack of experience might hinder execution.
. - Coaching and Morale
Sanders’ health issues and the absence of his sons could affect team morale. Meanwhile, Tech’s stability under returning leadership gives them an edge in preparation.Our PickGrabbing 4 points with the Buffs in their home opener is tempting, especially when you take into account their underog success. But the feeling here is that Georgia Tech is ready to make a big jump this year and their running game figures to be the difference. Too many questions marks for the Buffs and very few question marks for Tech. Don’t be surprised if this line drops to where you can get -3 or better.Georgia Tech -4