BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) The flashy highlights this season for Virginia Tech have mostly belonged to Ryan Williams, the redshirt freshman who leads the ACC in rushing.

Almost overlooked for the 14th-ranked Hokies this season has been the development of quarterback Tyrod Taylor. Always feared as a runner, the junior has shown more patience than ever in letting plays develop, and turned himself into one of the nation's most efficient passers.

Through 11 games, Taylor has thrown 13 touchdown passes and just three interceptions. The latter is tied for the lowest figure in the nation among full-time quarterbacks, and both highlight how far he has come. A year ago, he threw for two TDs and had seven interceptions. (MORE)