Is “DBU” back in 2024? First, it’s important to note that Virginia Tech is “DBU,” but others, such as Florida and LSU, have also claimed the mantra in recent years. In case you’ve missed it, the Hokies have a chance to be pretty good in 2024. Tech returns 20 starters this season, including some potential future NFL players in the secondary.
How good can Virginia Tech’s secondary be in 2024? Today, we profile cornerbacks and safeties in our final installment of positional previews ahead of the new season.
The cornerbacks
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The safeties
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Projected starters
CB: Mansoor Delane
CB: Dorian Strong
SS: Jalen Stroman
FS: Mose Phillips III