Syracuse Football: A 5 question sit down with the enemy

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Sep 17, 2016; Blacksburg, VA, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies head coach Justin Fuente during the fourth quarter against the Boston College Eagles at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports /

Paul Esden Jr: While VA Tech has remained in the bowl conversation for a very long time. After their win against UNC they’re getting a ton of recognition nationally. How do the Hokies maintain the focus so that they can reach their full potential? In other words how do you anticipate Virginia Tech handling the pressure?

"CC: This early in his Virginia Tech career, Justin Fuente is facing a new challenge each and every week. Last week, it was facing a ranked team on the road for the first time. This week, it’s the dreaded “trap” game between two ranked opponents, and the Hokies are the favorite this time around. I think they should be able to handle the pressure rather well. This team has a good core of senior leaders, especially running back Sam Rogers and defensive end Ken Ekanem. I don’t anticipate there being any issues, but you never know. Before the East Carolina game, Justin Fuente told the team, “I’m getting a little tired of hearing about other programs…I’m ready to start hearing about our program.” This has been the goal all along. It’s no fun being the underdog all the time. If you’re the underdog all the time, it means you aren’t winning consistently. Fuente is a very low-key guy. He doesn’t show much emotion whether or not the team is winning. I think that type of even keeled approach will help the Hokies stay focused on the field."

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