We’re a little more than halfway through the month of August, and just under three weeks until the Boise State game. The coaches are beginning to pencil in their two-deep, and a number of talented true freshmen are competing for playing time.

Quarterbacks

Of course, the big news of the week was that r-freshman quarterback Logan Thomas was named #2 on the depth chart, with r-sophomore Ju-Ju Clayton serving as #3. Both quarterbacks have improved this August, but Thomas had a very good scrimmage on Saturday, and his long-term ceiling made this an easier decision for the Virginia Tech coaching staff.

As we get further into August, the coaching staff will set their two deep. By the time the season begins, the third string won’t be getting many reps. Thomas will be getting more work, and his progress should come at a faster rate. That’s part of the reason for naming him the #2 quarterback.

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