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WVU Football: 3 takeaways from WVU turning the lights out in Blacksburg

By Tony Rosati

BLACKSBURG, VA - SEPTEMBER 22: Members of the West Virginia Mountaineers football team raise the Black Diamond Trophy following a win against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium on September 22, 2022 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Ryan Hunt/Getty Images)
BLACKSBURG, VA - SEPTEMBER 22: Members of the West Virginia Mountaineers football team raise the Black Diamond Trophy following a win against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium on September 22, 2022 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Ryan Hunt/Getty Images) /
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Sep 22, 2022; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers running back Justin Johnson Jr. (26) celebrates a touchdown with offensive lineman Zach Frazier (54) and wide receiver Kaden Prather (3) during the second half against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 22, 2022; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers running back Justin Johnson Jr. (26) celebrates a touchdown with offensive lineman Zach Frazier (54) and wide receiver Kaden Prather (3) during the second half against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports /

3. The quintet up front held the lethal Tech defense at bay

The front five of Milum, Gmiter, Frazier, Hubbard, and Nester had their work cut out for them facing the fifth-ranked (nationally) Hokie defense; Virginia Tech only averaged 201 total yards surrendered through their first three games. Granted, the three opponents weren’t exactly world-beaters, but the Hokies are known for their aggressive, stalwart play.

While there were glimpses of the Hokie defense, the Mountaineer line held tough, limiting their star signal-caller from getting pressured and hit, only conceding one sack.

Probably the most impressive aspect of the game was the WVU rushing game — more on that later. The line opened holes, holding the trenches, pulling guard, and allowing the running backs to get to the second level. The five up front made the Hokie front four look like mere mortals from bell to bell.

When it was all said and done, WVU registered rushing yards and passing yards, shattering the Hokies’ defensive averages.

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