Virginia Tech's defense allowed a Big East-worst 2,761 passing yards and permitted an average of 388 total yards per game, fifth-worst in the conference. Linebacker Ken Brown had the most tackles of any Tech defender, accumulating 113 during the course of the regular season.Virginia Tech Sports Information Department. 2008 Virginia Tech football Media Guide, "Year-by-Year leaders" . (PDF p. 13) Accessed September 19, 2008. Page 167. Two Tech players tied for the most interceptions on the team. Torrian Gray and Antonio Banks each had three interceptions during the regular season.Virginia Tech Sports Information Department. 2008 Virginia Tech football Media Guide, "Year-by-Year interception leaders" . (PDF p. 9) Accessed September 19, 2008. Page 163.
