The Virginia Tech football team will have a short week to prepare for their Thursday night game at Lane Stadium against Boston College following a bye week. Here are some of the key points that head coach Brent Pry spoke with the media on Monday afternoon in advance of their early game against the 4-2 Eagles.
Offensive line getting healthier?
It’s no secret that Virginia Tech’s offensive line has had difficulties this season, be it in creating holes for the running game or in pass protection. A encouraging update on Layth Ghannam was provided by Pry, and injuries have played a role in it.
Ghannam received a good status update from Pry. During the bye week, Ghannam has been working out, according to the third-year head coach, and he is getting closer to playing again. For the Hokies, it would be a major addition at guard.
Jeremiah Coney moving up the depth chart
Running backs Bhayshul Tuten and Malachi Thomas have been the primary duo for the Hokies, but PJ Prioleau had also been showing promise before suffering an injury during Virginia Tech’s 31-7 win over Stanford on October 5. With Prioleau sidelined, it looks like Jeremiah Coney is stepping up the depth chart.
Head coach Brent Pry has announced that Coney will take on the role of the Hokies’ third running back in Prioleau’s absence. “He’s a good, tough north-south runner,” Pry said. While Coney may not receive a high volume of carries, he has the potential to make a significant impact, similar to what Prioleau contributed when healthy.
Virginia Tech sells out all six home games
Virginia Tech has sold out all six of its home games for the 2024 season—a first since 2012. All available seats will be taken for the remaining games against BC, Clemson, Georgia Tech, and Virginia. No matter the team’s record, Hokies supporters will cheer for them whether they play at home or away.
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