Entering the 2023 season, there were a lot of questions about the Virginia Tech football team, and rightly so. They answered a lot of questions as the season progressed and finished surprising many by going 5-3 in the ACC and earning bowl eligibility.
There are still some questions heading into the 2024 season, but not as many as the Hokies retaining many players and returning most of the roster. CBS Sports college football writer Chip Patterson said he has one question facing all 17 teams in the ACC heading into the spring, and his question for Virginia Tech is one that many are eagerly awaiting. This is one of his problems.
Patterson's question for the Hokies is whether the on-field production matches the off-field buzz.
ACC dark horse talk for 2024 includes Virginia Tech; Brent Pry's plan has proof of concept and schedule is on track to qualify for the ACC title race in November The Hokies have a wealth of skilled talent returning from college.'' This group exceeded expectations with a 5-3 conference record and bowl wins in 2023, and Virginia Tech They have become a team that everyone is paying attention to this spring. However, if the theoretical strengths play out on the field, this will be one of the most dangerous teams in the league. ”
– chip patterson
There's no question the Hokies are bringing back a number of key contributors on offense and defense while also adding depth and needs in the transfer portal. Quarterback Kyron Drones and running back Beishul Tuten return, as do most of the offensive line and four wide receivers. They picked up some points late in the season and there's no reason they can't get them again if healthy.
Defensively, they return Antoine Powell-Ryland and his 9.5 sacks to the line and add some key pieces to the portal. Mansour Delaine and Dorian Strong return as anchors of the secondary, and several freshmen have the opportunity to push the veterans into playing minutes next fall. Yes, there's a lot of hype around Virginia Tech, and most fans are hopeful that the offseason hype with the on-field product going into the season will allow them to be an ACC sleeper in 2024. I think that there.
