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For Gibson and Foster, game-planning for opener contains guesswork

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MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Quarterback Jerod Evans handled more than 34 percent of Virginia Tech’s rushing attempts last season and scored nearly half the rushing touchdowns, while posting a higher passer rating than Heisman winner Lamar Jackson.

It’s unlikely the Hokies would ask so much from this year’s starter Josh Jackson, a redshirt freshman. But precisely what load coach Justin Fuente and offensive coordinator Brad Cornelson expect Jackson to carry remains a topic of guesswork for the West Virginia defense.

Former Nebraska signee AJ Bush is the backup, a dual-threat junior who may factor heavily into specialized packages.