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Hokies' Sack Attack vs. Terps' O-Line
18 Sep
Summary
- Virginia Tech leads the nation with 12 sacks through two games.
- Maryland's quarterback has been sacked only once all season.
- Key defensive players for Virginia Tech include White, Williams, and Harris.
Virginia Tech's defense is off to a dominant start this season, leading the country with 12 sacks and 32 tackles for loss through their first two games. In stark contrast, Maryland's offensive line has yielded just a single sack. This stark difference sets the stage for an intriguing matchup this Saturday at SECU Stadium.
The Hokies' defensive coordinator, Brent Pry, has been instrumental in their success. He was brought back by head coach James Franklin, who considers Pry the best defensive coordinator in college football. Virginia Tech's pass rush is spearheaded by players like defensive end Mylachi Williams and defensive end Cortez Harris, both of whom have recorded three sacks this season.
Virginia Tech cornerback Jaquez White has already made headlines with his assessment of Maryland's quarterback, Malik Washington. While White questioned Washington's accuracy, the quarterback has shown significant improvement this season, boasting impressive statistics with no interceptions. White, a transfer from Troy, earned second-team All-Sun Belt honors last season and will be tasked with containing Washington's passing game.
Cortez Harris, a Maryland native, will be playing a homecoming game on the opposing sideline. After redshirting at Penn State last season, he committed to Virginia Tech and has already made an impact with three sacks and a blocked punt. His performance against Old Dominion, with two sacks in just 20 defensive snaps, highlights his potential to disrupt opposing offenses.
