Haynes King Expected to Play for Georgia Tech Against Clemson
Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King is expected to be available for Saturday's matchup against No. 12 Clemson. Head coach Brent Key provided an update on King's status, indicating he's trending in the right direction after missing last week's game due to a lower-body injury. The game will be held at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta.
King's Injury and Performance
King sustained a lower-body injury during the Yellow Jackets' season-opening victory against Colorado. He sat out last week's game against Gardner-Webb, but Key's latest update suggests he's ready to return. In the Colorado game, King accounted for 299 total yards and three rushing touchdowns, including a game-winning 45-yard touchdown run.
Availability Report and Other Player Updates
Key announced that Haynes King, Rodney Shelley, and A.J. Hoffler will be available for the game against Clemson. Senior defensive lineman Ron Triplette is listed as questionable. Running backs Trelain Maddox and Chad Alexander are listed as out, along with defensive backs D.J. Moore and Savion Riley, and defensive lineman Shymeik Jones.
King's Previous Performance Against Clemson
If King plays, he will be looking to improve upon his previous performance against Clemson. In 2023, he threw four interceptions in a 42-21 loss. This game will be an opportunity to avenge that performance and contribute to ending Clemson's nine-game winning streak in the series.
Freshman Standout
In King's absence, freshman backup Aaron Philo earned ACC rookie of the week honors after throwing for a freshman school-record 373 yards against Gardner-Webb. Philo overcame two early turnovers to deliver a strong performance.
Kickoff Details
The Georgia Tech vs. Clemson game is scheduled for kickoff at noon ET on Saturday and will be televised on ESPN.
