Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King remains a game-time decision for the highly anticipated clash against No. 4 Miami. Sources indicate that King, who has been nursing an upper-body injury, plans to participate in pre-game warm-ups and will attempt to play if he feels ready. This marks King’s first pre-game warm-up in nearly a month, having missed the last two games, both of which resulted in losses for Georgia Tech.
Throughout this week, King has been taking the majority of first-team reps during practice, although he took a break on Thursday and Friday to rest and better prepare for the game. Regardless of whether he plays, King is set to serve as a captain for the game. If King is unable to start or finish the game, true freshman quarterback Aaron Philo is on standby to step in. Philo has already made two appearances this season and played significant minutes during Georgia Tech’s recent 21-6 defeat to Virginia Tech.
Georgia Tech’s coaching staff has devised multiple game plans to accommodate either quarterback scenario. The final call on King’s participation may not be made until moments before kickoff. Additionally, the team is set to welcome back linebacker Kyle Efford and running back Chad Alexander, who have also missed recent games due to injuries.
King, a redshirt junior, is considered one of the most productive quarterbacks in college football. His career highlights include leading Georgia Tech to an upset victory over Miami last season. His impressive stats feature 5,989 passing yards, 1,240 rushing yards, 45 passing touchdowns, and 17 rushing touchdowns.
The upcoming game against Miami is crucial for Georgia Tech, as the team aims to break a two-game losing streak and improve its standing in the conference. Fans and analysts will be keenly observing to see if King can inspire his team to another significant victory.
As the game unfolds, all eyes will be on King’s performance, with hopes high that he can lead Georgia Tech to a memorable win. This match is expected to draw substantial attention from college football enthusiasts across the nation.
