Blacksburg, VA {AP} 3rd season into Coach VT's dream job, a sense of complacency has looked to have settled in. After consecutive 11 win seasons, Coach VT went soft in the offseason...Actually 'soft' isn't a good description, moreso 'went through the motions' heading into the final NDL season of 2011.
Prior to kickoff, off-field distractions flared up when both of Virginia Tech's leading rushers (r-So. Ryan Williams, r-Jr. Darren Evans) would be foregoing NCAA Football 2012 and taking their talents to Madden 2012. Coach VT appeared to take this news in stride, but after 1-2 start on the season, it's become evident there is a divide in the locker-room.
The Hokies look like they've lost their identity and it's shown up all over the field. Offensive production is sporadic, turnovers are flowing, and the Defense can't stop a damn thing. A perfect storm of sorts has created some unrest in Blacksburg and Hokienation isn't happy.
On Saturday, Coach VT went back to the lab...Following a brainstorm with his coaching staff, Coach VT has demanded everyone recommit to the program. Everyone from the AD down to the walk-on practice squad players. On Sunday, a program meeting was held at Lane Stadium, where Coach VT gave a fiery speech that evoked a lot of enthusiasm. During this speech, the coach also made some bold proclamations.
1.) WE WILL find our identity and WE WILL protect our house! This program was built off running the damn ball, smacking people in the mouth on defense and winning games at home.
2.) WIN the ACC! No excuses this year - ACC play is about to begin and that is our most important season.
A spark has clearly been lit and complacency has been thrown out the door. A storm is brewing in Blacksburg...
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