Normally the preview articles focus on Virginia Tech’s opponent, but with
little information — and interest — on Northeastern, I will take a different
approach with this article and concentrate on key factors that may influence the
Hokies’ success this season. These “keys to the season” should give
fans certain critical aspects of football to watch during the season and some
statistics that will be crucial to Tech’s success.

Much uncertainty surrounds Virginia Tech entering this season, with young
players at important positions and new coaches on the staff. However, many
constants still exist in the Hokies’ football program, so I feel that we will
see few dramatic changes from previous years. In fact, I believe we may see
Virginia Tech returning to some basic tenets that made Beamerball so successful
in the 1990s.

When Virginia Tech has the Ball

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