Caleb embraces move to tailback

Some might be wondering how Joel Caleb feels about playing tailback.  He answered that question on Tuesday afternoon.

Joel Caleb

“I’d like the switch to be a permanent move,” Caleb said.  “I like touching the ball.  I feel like I’m a little bit more involved with the offense.  I would have no problem with staying there.”

This was certainly an unexpected change when it was announced on Monday.  Caleb, the #83 overall recruit in the country coming out of high school, was expected to play wide receiver for Tech.  In fact, he played that position while redshirting last season, and he stayed there during the spring.

However, with Michael Holmes no longer a part of the program, the Hokies wanted another bigger running back to get reps.

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