Bryan: Football is finally back. Lane Stadium is jam-packed for the first time since 2019. Can the Hokies match the energy of the crowd? Virginia Tech needs to come out and set the tone early. Hit Sam Howell. UNC Is breaking in new starters at wide receiver and running back. Don’t give Howell time to get in sync with his young pass-catchers. Easier said than done.
On offense, Tech needs a strong performance from Braxton Burmeister. Offensive coordinator Brad Cornelsen desperately needs a good game. He must find ways to utilize James Mitchell, Tre Turner, Tayvion Robinson and Raheem Blackshear in the passing game.