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** Edited by VTizzle at 10/12/2024, 6:16:19 PM

First noticed it last year when they played at Lousiville. Zero urgency. Like things are just happening around them as they play. Just felt like this isn't really the same team or to put it simply, they don't play up to their ability. ** Edited by VTizzle at 9/25/2024, 11:23:22 AM

In regards to the roster, it feels similar. I'm not expecting anything close to a 2004 outcome, so don't come for me! 🫣😂 More like this season 2003-like, and we get lots of changes to possibly make next year, like the 2004 season with a bunch of off-season changes. ** Edited by VTizzle at 9/25/2024, 10:11:53 AM

and playing good ball. The atmosphere, VT fan experience, home environment, etc. makes the brand strong. We continue with our current trajectory and have no reason to worry about being "left out." ** Edited by VTizzle at 6/23/2024, 9:57:11 AM

Believe the argument that coaches like Pry have had is they wish it was after that the bowl season. It’s a chaotic time right now in the recruiting world while coaching. ** Edited by VTizzle at 1/2/2024, 9:11:48 AM

** Edited by VTizzle at 12/30/2023, 10:07:50 PM

There's levels to this. 😏 ** Edited by VTizzle at 12/16/2023, 6:21:44 PM

** Edited by VTizzle at 12/16/2023, 6:14:47 PM

They've had to have done something before, before you can say they're capable of doing something? 🤔 Therefore, the “impossible” is never possible! 🤯 ** Edited by VTizzle at 11/16/2023, 6:43:05 PM

I really think Louisville staff/players are underestimating VT and will be caught off guard by how good VT actually is. They'll rethink sitting guys vs VT. The VT team we've seen the last two weeks have themselves a day today. Let's hope that continues. ** Edited by VTizzle at 11/4/2023, 11:39:25 AM

Me thinks both are mediocre teams. Duke barely winning at home to Wake.

Yet you're thinking 4 whole years? That's wild. Drones is very young and already looks special. WRs are stacked with talent. Tuten is also special and a nice tandem who both return. As a matter of fact, the entire offensive starting lineup is able to return next year. The DBs look good, with a bunch of talent coming in at corner and safety spots. LBs are all young besides Tisdale and developing in real-time. We're seeing them perform better weekly. DL is the only area I'm hoping the team can upgrade over time. Very senior-led at the moment. There's no way it takes 3 to 4 WHOLE years. They can do that as early as next year, and there's a chance they even beat them THIS year. 4 years is not necessary to compete with a program like Louisville. NOW... if you're saying it'll take that long to reach the level of Florida State (CFP/Top 5 level program), then you have a real argument there. UL is not FSU-level good.

** Edited by VTizzle at 11/1/2023, 9:01:58 AM

Louisville is a complete team, and it’s at their place. A somewhat lesser version of VT’s game at FSU. Now play all 4 quarters and start fast, we’ll have ourselves a **GAME**

Wait until you learn what happens when VT beats those P5 teams with winning records...

That explains an adjustment. It's simply reacting to what the offense is doing. Period. It's not a fantasy, it's actually common/normal. Completely changing the defensive scheme or game plan would be a fantasy IMO. ** Edited by VTizzle at 10/6/2023, 3:10:15 PM

The light came on vs Pitt. By that, I mean the team finally found an identity. The coaches figured out who their QB is and finally committed to an offensive scheme that fits not only the QB but also what the program wants to be. Running the ball, having a dynamic threat at QB, and passing off play-action. Not to mention feeding Tuten the rock. I also enjoyed the rotation of Thomas getting in every few series. Giving Tuten a breather, it felt very Coach Hite-like. Also, the LBs showed consistency with Tisdale + Lawson, who played their responsibilities well. This was against a team that loves to run the ball in Pitt. Marve/Pry didn't rotate guys, which is an encouraging sign. It means they're not a liability and can get a feel for the game the longer they're in. Similar to Bud Foster's defenses. Last thing, the team's ability to run the ball is crucial for this game. To beat FSU, you need to control the clock. Keep their offense off the field. Not just because they're efficient at scoring points but also because VT's defense needs the time to adjust to whatever their offense is trying to do. What's often overlooked is the fewer snaps the defense gets. This means there's more time for coaches AND players on the sidelines to gameplan the next series. The sooner the defense adjusts, the more 3rd downs we'll see. I hope this is a fight-it-out, slow, physical chess match vs FSU. I don't expect a blowout like I keep hearing from our very own VT people. VT has the talent and athletes to run with FSU. VT needs to put guys in the right spot to ensure they're running in the right direction. We'll find out on Saturday. ** Edited by VTizzle at 10/6/2023, 11:28:16 AM

Doesn't really matter who exactly IS the QB. Anyone can get the ball from the center. So in that sense, both Drones and Wells can line up in the backfield. Is it a good idea? Well, probably not. But technically, yes it can be done.

I saw a Pitt post-VT game review on YouTube, and the Pitt guys talking felt embarrassed they loss to VT. How bad and terrible VT is. How VT’s only wins this year was vs ODU… and so on. I can’t blame them. Add on only winning 3 games last year So, I get why UVA fans think that. VT has a lot to prove not only to outsiders, but to themselves. With the offensive scheme Bowen put out there vs Pitt, the offense limiting defensive snaps by winning TOP, and the LBs playing their responsibilities consistently (fits), VT is a much different looking team. May very well be night and day by the time they face UVA next month. I saw a glimpse of something special with Kyron Drones. If he **PASSES** like he did on Saturday, VT could win the majority of their remaining games. Yea, I said it! ** Edited by VTizzle at 10/4/2023, 7:14:48 AM

I know. I know. I’ll see myself out. Still recovering from last night. ** Edited by VTizzle at 9/3/2023, 9:59:34 AM

They’re in a rebuild year, which is unfortunate because they’ve been rebuilding for a few years now.

VT may very well be bad, but 1-11 and there’s no doubt whoever this person is (have no idea who he/she is) doesn’t like what VT is about or building. This team will be better than 3 wins, easily. Now if you want my opinion, which is what I’m sharing is, VT will win at least 6 games. 6-6 is the floor… in my opinion.

** Edited by VTizzle at 8/7/2023, 6:15:47 PM

Penn State is a great program, and I'm hoping he brings that big-time talent to VT. He's building the program the right way. No bias over here, but I see it around here on TSL and social media too, I guess.