Hokies Journal: November 8, 2009 - November 14, 2009
Foster has not heard from Memphis
Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster said Saturday that he has not heard from Memphis about its head coaching vacancy after he expressing interest in the job earlier in the week. Memphis Athletic Director R.C. Johnson has indicated that the...
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November 14, 2009; 7:02 PM ET |
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Va. Tech-Maryland halftime notes
Virginia Tech's offensive potency had gone missing the past few weeks. On Saturday, the Hokies reclaimed a form that developed over the first half of the season Quarterback Tyrod Taylor has gashed Maryland's secondary for 200 passing yards in the...
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November 14, 2009; 2:44 PM ET |
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Saturday links
Game day is here. Can't you feel the excitement? As you know, the gridiron meeting has lost some of its steam as both teams have had disappointing seasons. At Maryland, the basketball season got under way Friday to provide a...
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November 14, 2009; 9:09 AM ET |
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For Hokies and Terps, dueling kickoff returners
Virginia Tech and Maryland have emerging kickoff return stars. Dyrell Roberts of the Hokies and the Terrapins’ Torrey Smith are each dynamic special-teams threats. The matchup between Roberts and Smith should provide an intriguing subplot on Saturday, when the No....
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November 13, 2009; 9:30 AM ET |
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Friday links
Happy Friday. Happy links. Maryland quarterback Chris Turner, who injured his left knee last Saturday, was listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against Virginia Tech, and every indication is that backup Jamarr Robinson will make his first career start. As...
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November 13, 2009; 8:15 AM ET |
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Via could start again vs. Maryland
Virginia Tech center Michael Via seems likely to make his second start in as many weeks after starter Beau Warren, who injured his left knee against North Carolina on Oct. 29, was listed as doubtful to play Saturday at Maryland....
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November 12, 2009; 4:05 PM ET |
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Morgan returns to starting role
For Virginia Tech rover Davon Morgan, the hardest thing was learning to trust that he was okay. Morgan, who suffered a season-ending knee injury last year, rehabilitated his knee but still was wary of re-injuring himself earlier this season. “It...
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November 12, 2009; 9:45 AM ET |
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Thursday links
Thursday is here. As I've said before, that means the weekend has arrived on college campuses across the country. So eat, drink and be merry. There is certainly optimism in College Park. Hmm. Optimism isn't the right word. Judging by...
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November 12, 2009; 8:47 AM ET |
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Odds ’n ends
One question heading into the season was whether Hokies quarterback Tyrod Taylor would develop as a passer. With three regular season games remaining, it is safe to answer that question: Yes, Taylor has grown as a passer. “He’s played very...
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November 11, 2009; 2:20 PM ET |
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Foster expresses interest in Memphis job
Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster said he would be interested in the head coaching opening at the University of Memphis, but has not been contacted by anyone from the university and his name has not surfaced in published reports...
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November 11, 2009; 12:06 PM ET |
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Adding depth to line, Nosal to rotate in at guard
Virginia Tech right guard Jaymes Brooks played 40 snaps in the Hokies’ 16-3 win over East Carolina last Thursday. His backup, Greg Nosal, played 36 snaps. The play breakdown of each guard illustrates Virginia Tech’s increased depth along the offensive...
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November 11, 2009; 9:45 AM ET |
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Wednesday links
We are halfway to the weekend. Can't you feel the excitement for Saturday's epic clash against Maryland? No? Okay, here are some links. The Terrapins could play three quarterbacks against the Hokies. Starter Chris Turner is still listed as questionable...
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November 11, 2009; 8:39 AM ET |
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Wilson on his future, present
While Virginia Tech still has three regular season games remaining, the news that running back Darren Evans practiced lightly on Monday has made it seem easy to look forward to the Hokies' backfield in 2010. David Wilson said he might...
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November 10, 2009; 11:00 AM ET |
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Evans back on the field
Running back Darren Evans practiced Monday for the first time since suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee in August. He will not return this season. Wearing full pads and a green, non-activity jersey, Evans was able...
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November 10, 2009; 10:00 AM ET |
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Tuesday links
Tuesday means a full slate of Virginia Tech football news conferences at Lane Stadium. And on this particular Tuesday, it also means some sessions with the basketball team, which has its media day. Speaking of basketball, a preview of the...
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November 10, 2009; 8:28 AM ET |
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Va. Tech's uniforms vs. Maryland
With the fanfare befitting a rivalry game pep rally, Virginia Tech and Nike on Monday unveiled uniforms the team will wear for Saturday's game at Maryland. There were cheerleaders. More than 100 people gathered in front of a stage near...
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November 9, 2009; 4:24 PM ET |
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New uniforms to be unveiled
Virginia Tech has played in a number of different uniforms this season. When the Hokies play at Maryland on Saturday, they will be wearing the latest incarnation. On Monday afternoon on campus, Virginia Tech fans can see the uniforms at...
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November 9, 2009; 9:30 AM ET |
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Monday links
After some down time, Virginia Tech gets back to work on Monday. The Hokies play at Maryland on Saturday. While all was quiet in Blacksburg, there was plenty of weekend fodder from College Park. As of Monday morning, the biggest...
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November 9, 2009; 7:36 AM ET |
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