Miami Game Analysis Posted

I've posted my take on the Hokies' big victory over Miami in my Game Analysis section, but after reviewing it, I've realized that there was very little analysis and a lot of storytelling in it. I don't think you'll mind that, but just for the record, here's my take on the game:

On the defensive side of the ball, Tech did about what I expected. They gave up a lot of yardage to the Miami wideouts, tight ends, and fullbacks in the passing game, and Miami even had 110 yards rushing. The 'Canes had 450 yards of offense but only 7 points, which I certainly can't complain about.

On the offensive side of the ball, Druck was flawless as usual, and it was his refusal to throw an interception for the fifth straight game that may have won it for the Hokies. Tech didn't run the ball nearly as well as expected. The Ox had 89 yards on 19 carries and weaved his way through the Miami defense for some long gainers, but Parker and Edmonds were completely shut down.

In the end, Tech won because Miami made a lot mistakes, physical and mental, while the Hokies made very few. As is usually the case in big games between evenly matched teams, mistakes and turnovers will decide it, and that was true here, in one of the Hokies' biggest victories ever.

There - now go read the cheerleading angle by clicking on the "Game Analysis" section of my navigation bar, or on the "Games" link under "Welcome to Hokie Central." Have fun!

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