Georgia Tech athletes get day off to vote on Election Day

In the wake of nationwide protests over police brutality, Georgia Tech wants to make sure its athletes take time to vote in November.

Fromm apologizes for texts containing racially insensitive language

Former University of Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm apologized on Thursday for text messages that contained racially insensitive language. Text messages posted around midnight Thursday morning appeared to show Fromm talking about wanting to buy suppressors for guns, and saying the devices should be "very expensive so only elite white people can get them haha."

Johnny Majors, former Tennessee and Pitt coach, dies at 85

College Football Hall of Famer Johnny Majors, the coach of Pittsburgh's 1976 national championship team and a former coach and star player at Tennessee, died Wednesday. He was 85.

Former Auburn football coach Pat Dye dies at 80

Former UGA lineman and legendary Auburn football coach Pat Dye dies at 80 years old.

Bulldogs prep for voluntary workouts as Smart urges 'good decisions' from fans to ensure football's return

Smart said they're currently working to emphasize to UGA's players, staff and fans that health and safety precautions -- now and as voluntary workouts begin June 8 -- are necessary to ramp up to football eventually.

SEC will permit voluntary activities on June 8

The Southeastern Conference announced Friday that its 14 members could resume in-person athletics activities on campuses at each university's discretion beginning June 8.

4-Star Linebacker Barrett Carter commits to Clemson on FOX 5 Atlanta

North Gwinnett rising senior linebacker Barrett Carter said that he couldn't wait any longer. Tuesday afternoon Carter verbally committed to Clemson in a ceremony seen exclusively on FOX 5 Atlanta.

Former Panthers QB joins Georgia State coaching staff

Former Panthers quarterback Dan Ellington will serve as an offensive assistant coach and work primarily with Panthers running backs, also spending time with the quarterbacks and receivers.

Koetter praises Gurley, wonders about running back's health

Falcons offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter seems the same question as many of his teams fans: just how healthy is new running back Todd Gurley?

College seniors share what it's like graduating during a pandemic

Thousands of college seniors celebrated the end of their college careers over the weekend, and more will graduate this week --  just not as they expected. 

West Georgia product signs with Tampa Bay Bucs

Cambridge and UWG product John Hurst signed with Tampa Bay as an undrafted free agent last week, the second UWG player in the last seven years to sign with the Bucs.

Home-grown Falcon took incredible journey to realize his dream

It doesn’t get more home-grown than growing up a few minutes away from the Falcons’ facility in Flowery Branch — but there’s even more to the incredible story of new Falcons offensive tackle Hunter Atkinson.

NCAA board supports name, image and likeness compensation

The NCAA is moving forward with a plan to allow college athletes to earn money for endorsements and a host of other activities involving personal appearances and social media.

Georgia State adds future series with UAB

Georgia State announced the Panthers will play a four-game home-and-home series with UAB, beginning in 2027.

From D3 to NFL, Berry College receiver makes school history

Mason Kinsey has signed with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent, making him the first Berry College football player to sign with an NFL team.

Fromm drafted by Bills in fifth round

After declaring for the NFL Draft following his junior season, quarterback Jake Fromm waited for his name to be called until the fifth round on Saturday.

Jake Fromm reacts to being drafted by Bills in fifth round
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After declaring for the NFL Draft following his junior season, quarterback Jake Fromm waited for his name to be called until the fifth round on Saturday. The Buffalo Bills selected the Warner Robins product No. 167 overall, but he said it was worth the wait.

UGA's Blankenship entering virtual draft days with 'right mindset'

FOX 5 Sports caught up on Wednesday with the UGA fan favorite kicker, who is also widely considered the best kicker available in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Georgia Tech strength coach works his kids into workout videos

With gyms and fitness centers closing around the country, people are having to get creative to stay in shape during the COVID-19 outbreak. One college football strength coach is getting creative ... and getting cute.