Michael Felder on VT and the job

VT talk is the first topic on the pod, they talk about us for about 12 min. Nothing groundbreaking here, but he does a good of explaining the challenges that VT faces, while still focusing on the positives of the job. Highlights include:

New Hire Needs:

  • VT needs a guy who understands the importance of 'family' at VT (similar to Clemson)
  • VT needs someone like Dabo, who "Feels really lucky to have the job, and works hard to restore all of their relationships"

Recruiting:

  • VT is/was best when they can mix blue chip recruits with a bunch of underrated players that they develop overtime
  • One of the challenges VT (and similar programs, like Nebraska) face is how do they allocate recruiting resources. Do they put all their time/effort chasing a 5-stars, or do they focus on a high 3-star who could be developed into a great starter in 2 years?
  • VT needs to own DC down to Charlotte, then be able to reach into Tennessee, Ohio, Pittsburg, etc for the occasional recruit

In general, lots of love for VT

  • Lane Stadium is one of three stadiums in the country that actually shakes (Beaver, Camp Randal, and Lane). LOTS of Love for Lane - "that stadium moves, the way it moves, OOOOFF it's crazy"
  • VT invented Thursday Night Football
  • Beamer is great dude

As always, I recommend you listen for full context.

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