Georgia Tech Spring Game Sparks Overreaction Sunday

Jackets Online staff break down the key takeaways from the annual spring scrimmage.

Apr. 20, 2026 at 2:36am

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The Jackets Online team of Kelly Quinlan and Alex Farrer analyzed the Georgia Tech spring football game, discussing key player performances, coaching staff observations, and early reactions to the Yellow Jackets' offseason progress.

Why it matters

Georgia Tech's annual spring game provides an early glimpse into the team's development under new head coach Brent Key, who is looking to build momentum after taking over the program midseason last year.

The details

Quinlan and Farrer highlighted several standout players from the spring game, including quarterback Zach Gibson and wide receiver Nate McCollum, and noted the continued integration of Key's coaching staff and their emphasis on physicality and discipline.

  • The Georgia Tech spring game took place on April 15, 2026.

The players

Kelly Quinlan

The publisher of Jackets Online, a leading Georgia Tech sports news website.

Alex Farrer

A staff writer for Jackets Online who covers the Georgia Tech football team.

Brent Key

The head coach of the Georgia Tech football team, who took over the program midway through the 2025 season.

Zach Gibson

The Georgia Tech quarterback who had a strong performance in the spring game.

Nate McCollum

The Georgia Tech wide receiver who stood out in the spring game.

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What they’re saying

“The energy and physicality we saw from the team in the spring game was really encouraging. It's clear Coach Key has instilled a new mentality and focus on fundamentals.”

— Kelly Quinlan, Publisher, Jackets Online

“Zach Gibson looked poised and in command of the offense, which is a great sign for the quarterback position. And Nate McCollum continues to be a playmaker we can build around on offense.”

— Alex Farrer, Staff Writer, Jackets Online

What’s next

The Yellow Jackets will continue their offseason program and preparations for the 2026 season, which kicks off on September 2 against the University of South Florida.

The takeaway

Georgia Tech's spring game provided an encouraging early look at the team's development under new head coach Brent Key, with several key players standing out and the coaching staff instilling a renewed sense of energy and physicality.