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The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek share their thoughts on Justin Fuente's flirtation with Baylor and how Tech handled the situation. Plus, schedule thoughts and much more. Please note this was recorded before Tech had five players enter the transfer portal on Jan. 22. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek revisit the Belk Bowl, the Lynn Bowden situation, Bud Foster's farewell and discuss what they will remember about the 2019 season. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek discuss Justin Hamilton's big promotion, turnover on the Hokies' staff, the team's Belk Bowl invite and look back at the Commonwealth Cup. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek share their thoughts on a second straight shutout, which Hokies should get All-ACC recognition, Bryce Perkins vs. Hendon Hooker, the keys to Friday's Commonwealth Cup and much more. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek discuss the significance of a shutout, the Hokies offensive line living up to their motto, Saturday's matchup against Pittsburgh and much more. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek share their thoughts on a wild win over Wake Forest, Bud Foster Day, the team's final three-game stretch and more. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek share their thoughts on the team's near upset at Notre Dame, the team's fourth quarter approach, the quarterback situation and preview a huge showdown against Wake Forest. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek revisit Tech's wild win over North Carolina, discuss the team's quarterback situation, struggles after recent off weeks, preview the team's trip to South Bend and much more. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek discuss Tech's two-game win streak, Hendon Hooker's quick start, the Hokies' struggling pass defense and why UNC-Tech is "juice city." Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek discuss Tech's embarrassing loss to Duke, the team's lack of identity, a renewed quarterback competition, the fanbase's frustration with Justin Fuente, preview the Miami game and more. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek share their thoughts on escaping Furman, Tech hiring Jerry Kill, areas of concern at the bye week and preview the Friday night matchup against Duke. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek share their thoughts on Old Dominion hanging around against Tech, biggest surprises through the first two weeks and the Hokies' struggles in the run game. Plus, what to expect from Furman. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek share their thoughts on Virginia Tech's mistake-filled loss to Boston College, the team's biggest concerns going into Week 2 against Old Dominion and more. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek share their thoughts on Bud Foster's retirement announcement, the Week 1 depth chart and preview the Hokies matchup against Boston College. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Tech football reporter Mike Niziolek share their thoughts on where the Hokies stands heading into fall camp. What are the key position battles? Who are the players to watch? What's the vibe like in Blacksburg? All that and more is in the latest episode of the Lunch Pail Podcast. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Virginia Tech football beat writer Mike Niziolek discuss the Hokies' loss to Cincinnati in the Military Bowl, 2019 scheduling changes, Trevon Hill's statement and much more. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Virginia Tech football beat writer Mike Niziolek discuss Frank Beamer's hall of fame career, a wild finish to Virginia Tech's 2018 regular season and the underwhelming bowl matchup against Cincinnati. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Virginia Tech football beat writer Mike Niziolek discuss the twists and turns of the 100th Commonwealth Cup, where the game ranks in the streak and turn their attention to the Hokies' upcoming showdown against Marshall. Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BLACKSBURG - The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Virginia Tech football beat writer Mike Niziolek discuss a pair of Hokies players leaving the program, if the distractions will hurt the team, preview the Commonwealth Cup and weigh which streak (bowl appearance or wins over Virginia) is more prestigious. Lunch Pail Podcast Episode 11 Intro (0:00-0:45) Recent transfers a cause for concern? (0:46-9:02) Anything stand out about loss to Miami (9:03-11:05) How will Virginia Tech handle elimination style stretch of games (11:06-17:04) Virginia preview: All about Bryce Perkins? (17:05-21:38) More important streak: UVA or bowl streak? (21:39-32:14) Predictions (32:15-37:39) Pick 3 (37:40-48:16) Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roanoke Times sports columnist Aaron McFarling and Virginia Tech football beat writer Mike Niziolek discuss the Hokies' disastrous defense, fan complaints about the coaching staff and preview the Miami game. Intro (0:00-2:19) What's the defense problem? (2:20-7:20) Should coaches be on hot seat? (8:35-16:20) What do you want to see in final two games? (16:21-24:00) Breaking down Miami game (24:01-27:45) Predictions for Virginia Tech vs. Miami (27:46-31:45) Pick 3 (31:45-40:15) Support the show: http://www.roanoke.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.