Georgia Tech Coach Brent Key Updates Injured QB Ahead Clemson Game

Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key emphasized that the upcoming game against Clemson is their biggest challenge so far this season, and the team is fully focused on preparation. Key provided an update on star quarterback Haynes King, stating that King "looks good, feels good," with a final decision on his status to be made closer to game day, following a lower body injury that kept him out of the last game. Despite King's absence, redshirt freshman Aaron Philo performed well in the previous game, showcasing depth at the quarterback position. Key acknowledged Clemson as a well-coached and talented team led by an experienced quarterback, underscoring the respect between the two programs and coaches. The series history shows Clemson's dominance in recent years, having won nine of the last ten meetings, but Key remains focused on the immediate challenge. Both coaches approach the game with seriousness, highlighting the competitive nature of the ACC opener at Bobby Dodd Stadium.