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12.18.05 (9:41 pm)   [edit]
Let's address Mr Giletto's erroneous narrative one point at a time. "Beamerball" does not run up the score on weak teams. Just last month in Charlottesville, Beamer and the players did all they could to keep the score against Virginia down to a respectable 52-14.

The Hokies last demolished LSU 26-8 before a national televison audience

There is so much parity in college football that anything can happen on any given Saturday. It is a truly remarkable achievement that Virginia Tech is one of only four teams to appear in 13 consecutive bowl games. My suggestion for Mr Giletto, less whining and more appreciation for Tech's successes. Michael J. Montalbano Richmond
 
Virginia Tech Hokies
12.18.05 (9:37 pm)   [edit]
For it's part, the Virginia Tech football fans can't get enough of Jacksonville. The Hokies have sold their entire ticket allotment and requested an additional 3,000 tickets for students.

So, what's the big deal, right? Well, short term - the Gator Bowl is going to be a pro-Tech crowd, obviously. Long term, teams need to show that they travel well in order to get invitations to the top tier bowl games. In a smaller TV market like Louisville, the last thing you need is the reputation that your fans won't show up to support the team. Once that reputation settles in, your team can get passed in the bowl selections for a slightly less capable team that will fill their seats.
 
Virginia Tech Hokies
12.18.05 (9:33 pm)   [edit]
The Virginia Tech 2005 defensive team captain Darryl Tapp is an excellent leader both on and off the field. He lacks ideal size for the defensive end position, but he got where he is today by a work ethic that is unmatched. He was always a top performer not only in games, but in practice as well and he is always striving for continuous improvement. He has a quick first step, which allows him to beat most offensive linemen off the snap and he always seems to be around the football. His great instincts and non-stop motor have made him one of the most productive defensive ends in the nation over the past three years. He is a an above average run defender who displays good technique and solid tacking ability. He has proven to be an effective pass rusher with 22 career sacks over the past three seasons however he lacks great closing speed getting to the quarterback. He doesn’t always matchup well physically against larger offensive tackles, but he is a smart player who uses leverage to his advantage. He has the ability to contribute on special teams as well as the defensive side of the ball. At 6-1, Darryl Tapp lacks the ideal height of a defensive end and at 265 pounds he is undersized to fit in as a defensive tackle. He could bulk up some and move inside if he doesn’t work out at end or he could move to outside linebacker in a 3-4 defensive scheme. A team will find a spot for Tapp on their defense and he will find himself drafted on the first day of the 2006 NFL draft.