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Brent Key Rejects Coaching Carousel Talk, Pledges Loyalty to Georgia Tech

The Georgia Tech alum publicly reaffirmed his commitment to building a long-term program in Atlanta.

Overview

  • Key dismissed speculation about other jobs on Thursday, saying, “Slice me open and see what colors I bleed.”
  • His name has been linked by outlets to vacancies at programs such as Penn State, Auburn and Florida, but he said outside noise does not sway him.
  • Georgia Tech is 8-1 and ranked No. 17 in the first College Football Playoff rankings after a Week 10 loss to NC State.
  • Key is under contract through 2029 after signing a five-year extension in December 2024.
  • A report from Ramblin Round Up’s Luke Fletcher says Georgia Tech is close to finalizing another extension and raise for Key, though that has not been confirmed by the school.