Defeat is just a learning process.

Saturday night Virginia Tech opened its football season against Alabama in a bustling Georgia dome in Atlanta for the Chick-fil-a college kick off. This game was highly anticipated by everyone who enjoys college football. Although the beloved Hokies did not win the game did not disappoint. This game was a thriller from start to finish and was almost impossible to call at any point through its duration.
Although this game was a fun watch it was pretty disappointing for Virginia Tech fans. This game was thought to make or break the Hokies season on the national championship front. Many thought that Virginia Tech was a dark horse contender and that if they were victorious they could run the table and possibly win their first ever national championship.
Although many commentators feel we are done in the national championship scene I say not so fast. We played extremely well against a very talented Crimson Tide team. Our defense was stout and stingy and our offense was strong although it was not potent. Many questions were answered in this game. A big pre game concern was the loss of star tailback Darren Evans. This was quickly answered by Ryan Williams who played outstandingly and mounted two touchdowns for the Hokies. He ran like an all star he was quick, powerful, made good reads, and put effort on every single run.
Other questions that where answered didn’t have such great answers. Can Tyrod Taylor be the star quarter back we need? After that game I’m not so sure. He put on a lack luster show and didn’t prove anything about his arm. I truly believe that he is a star but he needs to realize what his bread and butter is and stop worrying about what others think. Through the off season many wanted Tyrod to develop into a pocket passer who throws a lot more. Tyrod focused way too much on these comments during the game and made me think he had totally forgot about his legs.
I have a feeling that in the devastated moments toward the end of the game he had a “Tebow moment” and will open up and play his own game instead of what others expect him to play. Through this defeat I still foresee a fantastic season, another ACC championship, and my national championship hopes have not been squandered.