Georgia Tech coach Brent Key defends state of college football amid widespread criticism

In less than four full seasons, Brent Key has turned the Georgia Tech football program around. He guided the Yellow Jackets to a 9-3 record in 2025 and was recently rewarded with a contract extension that ties him to his alma mater through 2029.

As Key and Georgia Tech put the finishing touches on preparations for Saturday’s matchup with BYU in the Pop-Tarts Bowl, Key took a moment to share his thoughts on the often-maligned state of college football.

"I think the state of college...