Boo Carter's field goal block secures Colorado's 14-13 victory over Georgia Tech

<p>The college football season began for Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes with a 14-13 victory over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on September 4, 2026, in Atlanta.</p><p>Colorado secured the win after Boo Carter blocked a game-winning field goal attempt by Georgia Tech from 45 yards out, which occurred on the final play of the game, leading to a celebration on the field for the Buffaloes.</p><p>Carter's block followed a touchdown pass from Colorado quarterback Julian Lewis to tight end Charlie Williams for 20 yards with 37 seconds remaining in the game.</p><p>The Buffaloes had previously struggled offensively, scoring only once in the second quarter before the late touchdown. Their defense played a crucial role, shutting out Georgia Tech in the third quarter and maintaining a close score of 10-7 until Yellow Jackets kicker Aidan Birr added a field goal.</p><p>Colorado outperformed Georgia Tech in rushing, gaining 183 yards compared to 51, but struggled to translate that advantage into points.</p><p>The Yellow Jackets' only touchdown came from a 100-yard kickoff return by Rahkeem Smith in the second quarter. Despite the late touchdown, Colorado also had a go-ahead field goal attempt blocked earlier in the fourth quarter.</p><p>This game marks the beginning of the season for Colorado, which aims to improve after a 3-9 record last year under Sanders.</p>