Georgia Tech will open the season September 2, 2006.

Coach Chan Gailey announced after spring drills he was turning over play-calling responsibilities to offensive coordinator Patrick Nix, who has been on the staff four years. Nix was named coordinator in 2004, but Gailey continued to call plays the last two seasons. Nix, 34, has called plays at three previous coaching stops -- Henderson (Ark.) State, Jacksonville State, and Samford.

--An encouraging sign from the spring game: PK Travis Bell hit a 51-yard field goal attempt. He was consistent throughout the spring after having an up-and-down sophomore season. After making his first five attempts, he was only 6-of-16 the rest of the way on field goals.

2007 DRAFT PROSPECTS:

WR Calvin Johnson -- He's the premier receiver in the country with outstanding size (6-4, 225), 4.4 speed and great hands. As a likely Top 5 pick, he's not apt to stick around for his senior season.

LB KaMichael Hall -- A two-year starter, Hall has the ability to play all three linebacker spots. He led the Yellow Jackets in tackles for loss with 14 last season.

QUOTE TO NOTE: "I've decided to let Patrick call the plays and run the offense. I'm going to still be involved somewhat with the game plan and with the big ideas, but the day-to-day planning and calling the game will be in Patrick's hands. I think he's a sharp young coach, and he's got some good ideas about what our players can do. We've been around each other long enough now that I think he has my general thoughts about what's important, but he can incorporate that into what he does." -- Coach Chan Gailey on his decision to let offensive coordinator Patrick Nix call the plays.