BLACKSBURG – Tech's season opener is quickly approaching, and fall camp has officially come to an end. In the next position preview, we're looking at the offensive line and the competition along the interior.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Virginia Tech lost two starters off last year's offensive line — LT Silas Dzansi and center Johnny Jordan. Kaden Moore has made the move from guard to center this season. That could open a spot at guard for Kaden's brother, Braelin Moore who played in four games last season before redshirting. Redshirt junior Bob Schick is also expected to compete for the other guard spot.
OTHERS IN THE MIX
Parker Clements returns after starting all 11 games at right tackle. Redshirt freshman Xavier Chaplin should figure in at left tackle. Redshirt sophomore Jack Hollifield appeared in 11 games last season on special teams and could provide depth along with redshirt freshman Johnny Garrett.Gallery: (8-22-2023) FB: Offensive Line (fall camp) OL NOTES
- Kaden Moore and Clements have combined to make 42 career starts
- Ron Crook takes over as the new offensive line coach following three decades coaching the position
POSITION OUTLOOK
The development of the offensive line and building depth will go a long way in determining how successful the Tech offense can be in 2023. Judging from the spring game, progress has been made in the areas of technique and footwork under Crook.