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No, just a Hokie that graduated in '97. Was there for the 2-8-1 season, then the rest is history.
Offense: Logan for sure. He's developed back into the form we thought we'd have last year (kind of a weird concept). Receivers stepped it up, he's become more decisive, and most importantly no interceptions in the last three games. The run game has to improve, a lot.
Defense: All of em?
*Kendall "They Can't Throw My Way" Fuller
One thing about AJ Hughes: Regardless of how good your offense is, eventually you'll have to punt. Having an elite punter is a huge luxury, and not one that should be taken for granted. #PunterSwag.
DeShazo is still selling cars.
I say he gets the nod. Totally different eras of VT football. He was the start of the uptick and weapons around him weren't there yet. Clark was a pain to watch. By then hokie football was more established and he really didn't do anything with it.
Speaking of this era, does anyone remember a LB named del Rico (or rio)?
Vandy
Oklahoma
UCLA
USCe
Penn State
Oregon State
Observation: in this thread with now 73 comments, I am the first to have this exact pick selection. Is that bad? Probably.
Agreed, I can't help but spit when I talk about the U. They are such the unhokies.
Seems legit.
As I continue to read posts about the current dining halls, I get pissed. Hokie grill opened my freshman year, all it had was Pizza Hut and chick fila. Owens was being renovated and best food option. Dietrick gave you the runs, and Schultz was like the healthier version of Dietrick. No west end. Luckily I stayed long enough for west end to open.
Looks like I need another degree...
Look at those wheels.
Offense: Definitely Logan. For all the criticism he gets, he's been carrying that offense all season.
Defense: Derrick Hopkins. The interior D-lineman almost never get recognized, and they're argueably some of the most important players on a dominant defense (Remember, games are won and lost in the trenches!) And since Hopkins has been getting a lot of attention, that should let everyone know just how well he's playing.
Special Teams: Hughes for Heisman.
Definitely Mondays. My wife always steers me away. But next time I'm bringing a cooler. I'm getting some macado sauce to go too.
Ah damn you missed shrimp night. We used to hit up the bar, get free popcorn, drink, pool and then eat a ton of steamed shrimp.
Offensive MVP: LT3, no question.
Offensive most improved player: Demitri Knowles
Offensive newcomer of the (mid)year: Jonathan McLaughlin - I love this guy's effort
Defensive MVP: Derrick Hopkins
Defensive most improved player: J.R. Collins
Defensive newcomer of the (mid)year: Brandon Facyson and Kendall Fuller (both are too good to recognize one without the other)
Special teams MVP: Hughes, no question
Offensive MVP: Logan is without a doubt. However, I want to give some props to Demetri Knowles. I, for one, was very critical of him at the end/beginning of last/this season and it really seems like he is turning in to a solid WR.
Defensive MVP: It is hard not to give this to a guy on the D-line, but I really think that the center-piece to this defense and one of the best leaders on this team is Mr. Tyler. I call him Mr. Tyler because I imagine that is what opposing offenses call him after he shows them who their daddy is game in and game out.
Special Teams MVP: Has to be Hughes, without question.
THANKS FOR THE SPOILER!!!?
just kidding..
Offense: Obviously Logan Thomas. He's been carrying an offense through the air and, unfortunately, on the ground. Without him this offense would be one of the worst we've ever had.
Defense: I'm gonna go with Kyle Fuller because he's been a leader too. Our defense has a ton of talent, but you need leaders on the field still. Around the line of scrimmage that's Jack Tyler, but with so many young guys in the secondary Kyle has had to take that role for them. Obviously I'm not in the locker room so I don't know exactly how much of a leader he is, but I do love how he's the one running in on every scuffle when Facyson or Kendall are involved. And he's been damn good in coverage this year.
Special Teams: AJ Hughes. I hate to have to say this though. I want the punter to be the guy that you lose and nobody notices. But our return game sucks and Cody had his well noted struggles. Plus, AJ is really good.
Offense: Logan Thomas. This doesn't need much explanation. LT3 started slow, but has been a machine since the Georgia Tech win. He's compensated for the lack of a running game both with his legs and improved short passes.
I'll say something nice about Jonathan McLaughlin too. He's started every game at left tackle and while he's definitely made his share of mistakes, he's been more solid than I anticipated going into the season. He'll be a cornerstone of the offense for at least two more season.
Defense: J.R. Collins. Based on where he was at going into the bowl game last season, he deserves and gets my vote. He found his love for football and has been an animal rushing the passer and defending the run. His performance against Georgia Tech is one I will always remember when discussing the series.
Special Teams: A.J. Hughes. The 4th down QB has been deadly accurate with his leg, and has helped the Hokies flip field position all year.
Yes, all-around.
Offense: SAM ROGERS
Defense: SAM ROGERS
Special Teams: AJ Hughes.
No, being super cereal, the offensive MVP has to be Logan "I Got This, Guys" Thomas. No one around the country carries his team on his back like Logan does. But I'd also say the top newcomer on offense needs to be Kalvin "Watch My Pass Catchin' Style" Cline, if only because I don't know how to judge the impact of Jonathan "You Ain't Gettin' By" McLaughlin at tackle.
The defensive MVP, I think, is probably "ManBearPig" Derrick Hopkins, but I could also go Kyle "Swiss Army Knife" Fuller. Both are the rock around which the rest of their units are built, enabling others to get the headlines. Kyle showed what he could do if put in a playmaking position against GT, and responded. Best newcomer on defense, I think, would be Brandon "My Ball!" Facyson if only because the stats put him above Kendall "They Just Don't Throw My Way" Fuller.
Special Teams is still AJ "I'ma Send This Thing Into Orbit" Hughes.
aTm at home, gets points
Texas Tech
Oregon
Mizzou,
tOSU
Stanford? Not sure about this one.
Tannenzaple Pils from a local brewer
wasn't there unfortunately, but my favorite home game I've ever seen on TV.
DeShazo sold my roommate a used Honda, so I go with him (true story).
Seriously, this might be unfounded, but I remember Al Clark on the sidelines against Syracuse with an injury...for some reason I feel like he could have been playing. Maybe I was drunk and don't accurately recall. Anybody remember this?
I heard this too. At least we don't have to worry about Saint Exum taking Facyson off the field. But with KyFuller possibly out or not at full strength, and Exum just getting back to games, Duke's WR will be a tough out. Hope I'm wrong.
I predict noon
George DelRicco, I believe. Yes, if I remember correctly, a tackling machine.