We detailed DeJuan Ellis’ position change on Wednesday, as he moved from quarterback to wide receiver for the Hokies. However, some other players have learned new positions over the past year.
Devon Hunter, Virginia Tech’s top recruit last season, came to Blacksburg as a safety. Now, Hunter is now the starter at whip linebacker after Mook Reynolds was dismissed from the team. Even if Reynolds had returned for his senior season, there was no guarantee he could have kept Hunter on the bench. Hunter is the type of game-changing talent the Hokies need.
Kyle Chung has seemingly played everywhere along the offensive line during his career.