There was much speculation for the game between VT and UNC in Chapel Hill. The Tar Heels have been very unpredictable this year, winning big games against teams like FSU, and losing to teams like Georgia Tech. The big story of this game is the play of UNC quarterback TJ Yates, who went 18/33 with 0 TDs and 4 Interceptions. The VT defense had their way with TJ Yates, but allowed their inexperienced tailback Anthony Elzy to make big runs and convert several first downs. Elzy only picked up 82 yards and 1 TD, but it was similar to when Wake Forest's freshman tailback picked up over 200 yards. It seems like VT is having trouble stopping the run, especially inexperienced runners for some reason. Tyrod Taylor had an average day, going 13/28 with 249 yards and 2 TDs, and Darren Evans and Ryan Williams ran for 90 and 83 yards, respectively. It was interesting to watch UNC's obvious strategy against Tyrod: sit back and rush only 3 guys, allow him to use his arm but not his legs. This was effective at first, allowing 4 fields goals by VT kicker Chris Hazley, but that strategy only lasted for so long before Taylor's natural ability to run became apparent once again. The best part of this game was watching VT's secondary terrorize TJ Yates. Hosley had 2 interceptions again, and Morgan and Whitley also recorded 1 apiece. Good game overall, and hopefully the momentum will carry into Saturday's game against Miami. Should be interesting to see who wins this one since Miami's defense is one of the best in the nation, but their QB is young and inexperienced and VT loves to pick on inexperienced QBs.
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