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Virginia Tech legend Bruce Arians retires as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The wildest month in recent NFL history was in for another surprise Wednesday night when Tampa Bay Buccaneers Bruce Arians retired as head coach. Arians is transitioning into a new role with the franchise as his new title is senior football consultant.

Congratulations to the former Virginia Tech quarterback. Arians, who played at Virginia Tech from 1972-74, played in 33 games for the Hokies. College football teams didn’t pass much in that era, as Arians finished his college career with 1,270 yards passing, six touchdowns and eight interceptions. Arians rushed for 319 yards and 14 touchdowns with the Hokies.