My first foray to FedEx Field was back in 2004 (Coincidentally, it was also Tech's first game there), when the Hokies faced the then-No. 1 and defending "National Champion" University of Southern California Trojans. That team, replete with talent, included college football greats (And future pros...though realize I don't say NFL greats) Reggie Bush (And his backup LenDale White), Matt Leinart (And his backup Matt Cassel), Dwayne Jarrett, Steve Smith (No, not that one), Fred Davis and Dominique Byrd, Lofa Tatupu, Keith Rivers, Lawrence Jackson and Darnell Bing. The Hokies were no slouches themselves it turned out, despite losing the triumvirate of Kevin Jones, DeAngelo Hall and Ernest Wilford from 2003, and redefined the football culture at Virginia Tech that year with "Team United," kicking off what would be the longest period of success in Virginia Tech football history.
The Curse of FedEx Field: Why The Hokies Have No Luck In Landover
