Georgia Tech Football: Five predictions for the Jackets offense in 2017

BLACKSBURG, VA - SEPTEMBER 03: Defensive players of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets line up against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium on September 3, 2012 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Geoff Burke/Getty Images)
BLACKSBURG, VA - SEPTEMBER 03: Defensive players of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets line up against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium on September 3, 2012 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Geoff Burke/Getty Images)
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BLACKSBURG, VA – SEPTEMBER 03: Defensive players of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets line up against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium on September 3, 2012 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Geoff Burke/Getty Images)

Georgia Tech football is just a full week away from kicking off their season against Tennesse, here are five bold predictions for the Jackets offense in 2017.

Everyone knows that Georgia Tech runs one of the most intriguing offenses in all of college football. It’s an offense that is heavily run focused but will strike with a deep pass when opposing defenses least expect it.

In 2017, the Jackets have to replace their best starting quarterback in the Paul Johnson era and school legend in Justin Thomas. They also have to replace running backs, Marcus Marshall and Dedrick Mills. With those three departures, the Jackets will have plenty of voids to fill and could see some struggles at times. Add in the departure of kicker Harrison Butker and there are several questions regarding the Jackets offense.

That being said, here are five predictions, some bold, some not regarding the Jackets 2017 offense.