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FILE - In this Sept. 23, 2017, file photo, Old Dominion head coach Bobby Wilder, left, greets Virginia Tech head coach Justin Fuente prior to the start of an NCAA college football game in Blacksburg, Va. Bobby Wilder and the Monarchs are excited about their rare opportunity to host at Top 25 program. No. 13 Virginia Tech makes the instate trek to the Tidewater area on Saturday. (AP Photo/Steve Helber, File)

ODU hosts Virginia Tech, gets rare home game vs Top 25 team

By HANK KURZ Jr. - Associated Press

Storefronts have wood paneling installed over windows, Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018, in New Bern, N.C., as a precaution against storm damage from Hurricane Florence. (Gray Whitley/Sun Journal via AP)

Florence’s approach causes plethora of ACC schedule changes

By AARON BEARD - Associated Press

This GOES East satellite image taken Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018, at 10:30 a.m. EDT, and provided by NOAA shows Hurricane Florence in the Atlantic Ocean as it threatens the U.S. East Coast, including Florida, Georgia, South and North Carolina. Millions of Americans are preparing for what could be one of the most catastrophic hurricanes to hit the Eastern Seaboard in decades. Mandatory evacuations begin at noon Tuesday, for parts of the Carolinas and Virginia (NOAA via AP)

The Latest: MEAC calls off game at South Carolina State.

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Florida State coach Willie Taggart, center, talks with quarterback Deondre Francois during the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game against Samford, Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, in Tallahassee Fla. Florida State won 36-26. (AP Photo/Steve Cannon)

Struggling Seminoles see plenty of areas for improvement

By BOB FERRANTE - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 3, 2018, file photo, Virginia Tech head coach Justin Fuente and quarterback Josh Jackson (17) talk in the second half of an NCAA college football game against Florida State, in Tallahassee, Fla. Virginia Tech's season got off to a very strong start with a decisive victory against Florida State in Tallahassee, Florida. The Hokies (1-0) open their home season on Saturday against William &amp; Mary (1-0). (AP Photo/Mark Wallheiser, File)

No. 12 Hokies battle short work week with W&M up next

By HANK KURZ Jr. - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 3, 2018, file photo, Florida State head coach Willie Taggart directs his team in the second half against Virginia Tech in an NCAA college football game in Tallahassee, Fla. Florida State looks to build confidence in its struggling offensive line when the Seminoles take on Samford this weekend. The Seminoles struggled in their season-opening loss to Virginia Tech, allowing five sacks and after not able to establish a running game fell out of the Top 25. It was not the kind of start first-year coach Willie Taggart had hoped for. (AP Photo/Mark Wallheiser, File)

Florida State looks for better showing from offensive line

By BOB FERRANTE - Associated Press

William & Mary-Virginia Tech Preview Capsule

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Florida State head coach Willie Taggart directs his team in the second half against Virginia Tech in an NCAA college football game in Tallahassee, Fla., Monday, Sept. 3, 2018. Virginia Tech defeated Florida State 24-3. (AP Photo/Mark Wallheiser)

FSU’s Francois returns to field, struggles behind shaky line

By MARK LONG - Associated Press

Virginia Tech Hokies wide receiver Damon Hazelton, left, and quarterback quarterback Josh Jackson (17) celebrate a touchdown on their first drive against Florida State during an NCAA college football game in Tallahassee, Fla., Monday, Sept. 3, 2018. (AP Photo/Mark Wallheiser)

Jackson’s 2 TD passes help Virginia Tech handle FSU 24-3

By MARK LONG - Associated Press

FILE - In this July 19, 2018, file photo, Florida State head coach Willie Taggart answers a question during a news conference at the Atlantic Coast Conference NCAA college football media day in Charlotte, N.C. Taggart grew up a Florida State fan and now that the 42-year old has his dream job of coaching the Seminoles. He is only the third Florida State coach since 1976, joining Bobby Bowden and Jimbo Fisher, who both won national titles. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton, File)

Past and present: Bowden takes in Taggart’s FSU debut

By JOE REEDY - Associated Press

File - In this Oct. 14, 2017, file photo, Florida State's Cam Akers (3) carries the ball as Jeremy McDuffie (9) attempts a tackle during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Durham, N.C. Florida State takes on Virginia Tech on Monday, Sept. 3, 2018. (AP Photo/Ben McKeown, File)

Florida State’s run game a concern for inexperienced Hokies

By BOB FERRANTE - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 6, 2017, file photo, Willie Taggart gestures as he is introduced as Florida State's new football coach during an NCAA college football news conference in Tallahassee, Fla. Taggart grew up a Florida State fan and now that the 42-year old has his dream job of coaching the Seminoles. He is only the third Florida State coach since 1976, joining Bobby Bowden and Jimbo Fisher, who both won national titles. (AP Photo/Mark Wallheiser, File)

Taggart’s Time: Florida State coach tackles dream job

By JOE REEDY - Associated Press

Florida State quarterback Deondre Francois answers questions during the NCAA college football media day Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018, in Tallahassee, Fla. (AP Photo/Phil Sears)

Francois named No. 19 Florida State’s starting QB

By BOB FERRANTE - Associated Press

Taggart’s Time: Florida State coach tackles dream job

By JOE REEDY - Associated Press

File- This April 14, 2018, file photo shows Virginia Tech coach Justin Fuente waiting during a break in the NCAA college football team's Maroon-White spring game in Blacksburg, Va. Virginia Tech has surged back into the national rankings in its first two seasons with Fuente as coach. Fuente is staring down what could be his most challenging year yet with the Hokies. (Michael Shroyer/The Roanoke Times via AP, File)

Hokies need to rebuild defense to continue positive momentum

By HANK KURZ Jr. - Associated Press

Newspaper sues ex-reporter over control of Twitter account

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Virginia Tech defender Tim Settle (4) grabs Duke quarterback Daniel Jones (17) from behind in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Blacksburg Va., Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. Virginia Tech won the game 24-3. (Matt Gentry/The Roanoke Times via AP) ** FILE **

Tim Settle stepping up in Daron Payne’s absence

By Andy Kostka - The Washington Times

Atlantic Coast Conference commissioner John Swofford speaks during a news conference at the ACC NCAA college football media day in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, July 18, 2018. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

The Latest: Miami’s Richt making sure Canes have fullback

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FILE - This Saturday Nov. 28, 2015, file photo shows Virginia running back Olamide Zaccheaus (33) as he hauls in a pass as Virginia Tech Adonis Alexander (36) defends in Charlottesville, Va. Zaccheaus was expected to provide a huge spark on offense for Virginia last season, and while the diminutive speedster showed flashes of what might have been, a balky hamstring limited his opportunities. (AP Photo/Steve Helber, File)

Adonis Alexander sees ‘golden opportunity’ with Redskins

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

The Latest: Former student gets 50 years in slaying

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