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When: 8 p.m. Where: Memorial Stadium, Lincoln, Neb. Records: Hokies 3-1; Cornhuskers 3-0 TV:WJLA-7 Radio: WWXT (92.7 FM), WWXX (94.3 FM), WGRQ (95.9 FM), WTEM (980 AM), WAGE (1200 AM).
SIZE VS. SPEED: Virginia Tech Coach Frank Beamer said Nebraska is the biggest team he ever saw on tape. The offensive linemen average 302 pounds, and every receiver exceeds 6 feet. The Hokies are built around speed, especially on defense, and seldom face teams with the size of the Cornhuskers. "We won't change anything," said defensive end Orion Martin, who put it on Nebraska to counteract Virginia Tech's speed and moves around the corner on the pass rush.
WHO'S AT RUNNING BACK?: Redshirt freshman Darren Evans has emerged as Virginia Tech's most effective running back, but junior Kenny Lewis is still prominently involved in the offense. The Hokies took the field last week in a two-back formation, either a wrinkle of strategy or a way to quiet questions about which one will start. Lee Suggs and Kevin Jones once formed an effective running back combination for Virginia Tech, and tonight will be an indication of whether the Hokies intend to keep a combo or emphasize Evans.
KEYS OF THE GAME: Dustin Keys has kicked what amounted to game winners in the Hokies' past two wins, both 20-17. Keys is now perfect since missing a field goal attempt and an extra point in the season-opening loss to East Carolina. His poise late in the game has been critical for the Hokies, who do not have the offensive firepower to blow out opponents and must rely on winning close games. If the game is close in the fourth quarter, Keys's experience in the clutch will be crucial.
-- Zach Berman
