Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Haynes King has been upgraded to a playing-time decision for their game against Miami on Saturday. King missed the last two games due to an upper body injury, but will attempt try it, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel.

“Haynes King will be a real game-time decision today against No. 4 Miami, according to ESPN sources. He will warm up after missing the last two games with an upper body injury,” Thamel reported.

After back-to-back losses, Georgia Tech football’s plan for King’s recovery included a two-day break in his rehab in an effort to get him ready for his big game against No. 4 Miami’s Thamel. aggregate.

“What’s notable here is that sources said King rested the last two days to try to play. If he can’t go or needs to be replaced, true rookie Aaron Philo is expected to play,” Thamel reported.

Due to Georgia Tech’s bye week, the redshirt junior will participate in pregame warmups for the first time in nearly a month. However, he did get some reps with the first team in practice in preparation for Miami. If King is ruled out, Aaron Philo would be set to make his first career start under center.

In the Yellow Jackets’ 21-6 loss to Virginia Tech, Philo completed just 11 of his 26 pass attempts for 184 yards and one interception. and with The status of the king in the airPhilo may not know until just before kickoff whether or not he will draw the tee under center.

Will Georgia Tech football’s Haynes King play against Miami?

The final decision on Haynes King’s status will depend on how his body responds to his pregame warmups. For the season, King has thrown for 1,568 yards, eight touchdowns and just 1 interception, while adding 353 yards and six more touchdowns on the ground. His 71.2 completion percentage is the best mark in the ACC this year and sixth-best in the country.

All eyes will be on the Georgia Tech quarterback situation to see who ends up playing in this huge clash against the Hurricanes, with kickoff scheduled for 12 pm EST.