Virginia Tech kicks off a new era under head coach Hokies Pry, facing off against winless Wofford in their opening game.
With both teams struggling to find their footing in the early stages of the season, Virginia Tech and Wofford are set to face off in a crucial nonconference matchup.
The Hokies, who have endured a disappointing start to their campaign, will be led by interim head coach Philip Montgomery. Montgomery, who has been the offensive coordinator at Virginia Tech, will take over from the recently fired Brent Pry.
The coaching change at Virginia Tech has opened the transfer portal for the team's players, with junior cornerback Dante Lovett being one of the notable names to put his name in the portal.
Despite the challenges, the Hokies have some promising offensive firepower. Receiver Donavon Greene, a transfer from Wake Forest, made his first two touchdown receptions of the season in the Old Dominion game. Greene's two touchdowns account for half of the Hokies' touchdowns in the passing attack this year.
For Wofford, the matchup presents an opportunity to bounce back from a narrow 22-21 loss to Mercer in their Southern Conference opener. The Terriers, like the Hokies, have started the season with three losses.
Wofford's junior defensive back Eli Campbell, who picked off two passes last week, will be a key player to watch. Campbell's career total now stands at five interceptions.
Interestingly, the Hokies won the only previous meeting with Wofford, prevailing 27-7 in 2022 at home. This will be Virginia Tech's final nonconference game before entering Atlantic Coast Conference play.
Wofford's three losses this season have been decided by a total of six points, suggesting that they have been competitive in every game so far. However, they failed to take full advantage of Mercer's four turnovers in their last game.
The first game under Montgomery's leadership will be against Wofford on Saturday afternoon. With nine games left in the regular season for Virginia Tech, they will be hoping to turn their season around and secure a much-needed win.
As both teams look to find their form, the matchup promises to be an exciting one. Fans can expect a closely contested game, with both teams eager to secure their first win of the season. The game will be a significant test for both teams, and the outcome could have significant implications for the rest of their seasons.
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