One thing you've heard all offseason is how experienced the Hokies are. Tech
has a wealth of talent and experience returning on offense and defense. But
what's gotten lost in all the hoopla is the fact that Frank Beamer is in the
middle of overhauling his kicking game. Most of the players who gave Virginia
Tech some of the best special teams in the country last year are gone.
Tech's most recognized special teamer last year was Brandon Pace, who
18-of-19 for the season on field goal attempts. He was nearly automatic, and was
perfect on the season until he missed his final attempt in the last game of the
regular season against UVA. He was perfect from inside 40 yards last year, and
that was very important because of Tech's struggling offense.