...the more I learn about Buzz Williams, the more I like this guy. We need more coaches like him, in any sport.

http://www.richmond.com/sports/college/acc/article_5c6638b0-8398-5d1f-8f0d-0923b3f81119.html

Don't seem him on VT roster, is he still a Hokie?

Just wanted to pass this along. Pretty neat look behind the scenes
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Guys, I spoke earlier with Spring Hill (Tenn.) four-star quarterback Tylin Oden, who camped at and threw at Virginia Tech's camp July 26. Oden has been committed to Louisville since May. He said that is still the case, but he's opened up his recruitment a bit.

So far, Oden said the three who have reached out and communicated with him are VT, Oregon and Florida. He visited the Hokies first. That was also his first visit to Blacksburg. Oden said he enjoyed the visit and he liked the honesty of assistant coach Scot Loeffler. Oden said it was a bit different working with Loeffler because Loeffler wanted him to be faster with his feet. But Oden liked the camp and thought he did well. He wants to major in chemical engineering and likes the "makeup" and "landscape" of VT.

We had heard and southeast analyst Woody Wommack had posted here after the camp, that it was likely Oden would get an offer from the Hokies. But that offer hasn't come. VT is still trying to decide if it wants another QB, to go with three-star commit Josh Jackson. That said, no offer has come yet.

Oden visited Oregon just over two weeks ago and said he loved the pace of the offense, as well as the coaching staff. He liked the facilities and said he loved what they do with quarterbacks.

Oden had planned on camping at Florida the Friday before the Hokies' camp. But he cancelled that visit, as travel plans fell through. Still, the Gators remain in contention. But one big reason Oden is still with Louisville is that none of the other three schools mentioned have offered. Each are evaluating where they stand with quarterbacks and also waiting to see how Oden plays to start his senior season.

No visits are planned right now, though Oden said he wants to take all five. He said as of now, Louisville, VT, Oregon and Florida would be the three to get visits. But he's waiting to see if others get in the mix.

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Guys, in case you missed it, this was released last night, but big blow to VT basketball. Sophomore Ahmed Hill will miss some time after undergoing surgery. Full release from VT:

Virginia Tech men’s basketball student-athlete Ahmed Hill underwent successful surgery on his left leg on Tuesday afternoon, August 11. The surgery was performed by Dr. Tony McPherron at LewisGale Montgomery Hospital.

Hill, a rising sophomore from Augusta, Georgia, suffered a partial tear to the patella tendon in his left leg during individual workouts earlier this month. Following further evaluations, it was decided that surgery would be needed. No timetable has been set for his return to the court, but he is expected to miss all preseason conditioning activities.

Hill appeared in all 33 games as a freshman for the Hokies in the 2014-15 season, making a team-high 30 starts. He averaged 8.7 points and 3.7 rebounds per game.

Guys, finally, I'm able to do this week's chat at 3 pm to give those of you who voted for that time slot a chance to get in on our weekly chat. And with fall camp underway, there's plenty to talk about. Plus, as always, we've got the latest in recruiting. Get answers to all your burning questions! So come take advantage of and get the very most out of your subscriptions and join us for this week's chat!

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Guys, in case you missed it elsewhere, here's video of Michael Vick speaking to the team before practice and then with the media. Some interesting stuff for sure: http://rvls.co/1Tkqb2r

Bosa, potentially the best dlineman in the country.......

and one of their best offensive playmakers Marshall.

Things getting interesting.

Guys, breaking news that was first reported by our friend Adam Friedman, but we've confirmed that Southwest-Onslow (NC) three-star defensive end Jimmie Taylor has committed to VT. Very big pickup here on defense for assistant coach Charley Wiles & TONS more coverage coming: http://rvls.co/1Ta8u5D

Does anyone have tickets for sale? At least 2 tickets, please. Thanks.

Just heard he has a partial tear of his patellar tendon and is out indefinitely.....didn't he start almost every game last year? Hate to hear of this kind of injury, hope is better soon.

In an announcement at his school, Bayside (Va.) three-star WR Phil Patterson made his commitment to VT. Our Matt Hatfield is on the scene and will have tons of coverage coming!

Some interesting comments today by Shane. First, he talked about the running back situation, but he also talked at length on his dad. Most of it was on Frank's health and also the comments he made on wanting his successor to come from within the current staff: http://rvls.co/1NoCUKy

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looking at these, what would be a good price to pay?

(He had some impressive suiters!)

By Andy Bitter | The Roanoke Times

The Hokies landed their first defensive end commitment in the 2016 class Sunday from Jimmie Taylor of Jacksonville, North Carolina. Rivals.com was the first to report his decision.

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The 6-foot-3, 220-pound Taylor is a three-star recruit by both Rivals and 247 Sports. Rivals lists him as the No. 27 weak-side defensive end nationally, while 247 Sports has him 45th.

He had more than a dozen offers, including North Carolina, N.C. State, Duke, Tennessee, South Carolina, Florida and Michigan. Charley Wiles was Taylor's primary recruiter.

Taylor had 71 tackles, 15.5 sacks and 11 more tackles for a loss as a junior at Southwest Onslow High. Here's his highlight video:

Trying 2 find 2 OSU tickets. My son has never been to a collegiate football game and he has developed into a DIE HARD VT fan. I thought this would be the best game for a start! Anyone with 2 tickets please email me your information at davnrobin@gmail.com or call 304-436-7384.

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The five-star CB from Calabasas, Calif., said he plans to attend the Ohio State-Virginia Tech opener and that his family has a connection to the Hokies.

Holmes' father, Darick, and Cornell Brown know each other from their NFL days and Holmes has a lot of respect for what VT does with its defensive backs.

I think Stanford and Ohio State look strongest now but who knows what a visit in that environment could do.

Guys, I spoke earlier with 2017 Garner (NC) three-star DE Matthew Butler. He was just offered by the Hokies July 27, joining NC State.

Butler said he's heard from and visited Clemson and Georgia Tech. On Friday, he visited Wake Forest and he's also heard from Georgia and North Carolina. It sounds like proximity will be a factor, or at least, he wants a school that's within about six hours or so.

Butler participated in VT's camp on July 26, but the offer came the next day. Butler said he felt he had a good day and also had been in contact for some time with assistant coach Charley Wiles. Because of that, Butler said he "sort of expected" the offer. Butler said the talks have gone on since he had a big game around Thanksgiving last season. On his visit, Butler said he toured VT and liked the welcoming atmosphere. Butler also liked how Wiles and assistant coach Stacy Searels gave him praise and criticism, since each have perspective from opposite sides of the line.

Butler liked his Wake Forest visit, but it sounds like NC State will always be a team to beat, no matter who else offers. Garner is right outside of Raleigh and Butler is close with former four-star RB Nyheim Hines, who signed with the Wolfpack in February. Clemson, though is the offer that Butler said he's especially waiting on.

Long way to go here, but with Butler visiting, the Hokies getting in an early offer should keep them firmly in the running.

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Beamer hinted that Stroman was going to be working at WR some besides CB. I love it! He is too dangerous a weapon to not try to get the ball in his hands. He got burned a couple times at CB in the spring game and will take time to learn the position, but he is a threat to take it to the house every time he touches the ball NOW. Stroman.....Newsome......McMillian. These are some scary home run threats! It's a shame there's "only one ball to go around," as the saying goes. It will be interesting to see how and if Loeffler is able to get these guys in the game and get the ball in their hands. Ford and Phillips are the more accomplished WR's, but ONCE THE BALL IS IN THEIR HANDS, each of the other three are probably a more serious threat to score. Especially next year, with even more experience, and with Lawson coming in, the athleticism on this offense is going to be as great as I have ever seen it. This also implies that Loeffler will be under the gun to get it done. No more excuses!

Got the offer he had been waiting on, FSU. Wasn't ever likely to be coming here, grades are an issue here as well.

http://www.roanoke.com/sports/colum...cle_73fd6f06-3d27-11e5-8fd4-776f00b349b4.html

that sucks

As we've done with every commitment, our breakdown of what three-star DE Jimmie Taylor means for the Hokies: http://rvls.co/1DFEyaA

Guys, I spoke earlier with Indian River (Va.) class of 2017 four-star safety Devon Hunter, No. 26 in the 2017 Rivals100. Hunter just visited VT two weeks ago for the final recruiting camp of the summer, with his mother and his teammate, Rivals250 LB Jaquan Yulee, who's committed to Alabama.

Hunter didn't want to talk about Yulee, but said he loved seeing VT. Hunter told me "It was like coming back home." He also enjoyed talking to assistant coaches Bryan Stinespring, Torrian Gray and Cornell Brown. The Hokies are still recruiting him as an athlete, giving him the opportunity to choose safety or wide receiver. I think he'd rather play safety, though. Hunter hasn't listed any favorites but said of VT, "That’s a school I cant forget about. Just knowing that school is behind my back, they’re always gonna be in my top."

This was just Hunter's second trip to Blacksburg. His first came in June of 2014 for camp, which is when then Hokies offered him. This time, he was just hanging out.

Hunter said the only other visit he made this summer was in late June with Yulee to Alabama. It came after Yulee made his commitment there. Those guys are tight, so the Tide will stay in it for Hunter. Hunter said it was a loose atmosphere there and that he liked touring campus and hanging out with the players.

VT will definitely be in this one until the end. Hunter said he hopes to see NC State, Maryland, Alabama, Auburn and Georgia this fall, but the only planned visit he has is back to VT Sept. 7 for the game against Ohio State. Hunter does plan to see Clemson sometime this month, though nothing has been set.

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