fantastic attendance!!
This is what we needed to show our support and get these top recruits!!
Love the direction we're headed!!

with a majority of of starters not playing today I don't expect the most big plays being there. Could be wrong but just feel like it's a major hit in a big play potential that everyone wants to see. What kind of affect will that have on all these visitors?? Watching most of our second teams go at it all day.

Hey everyone,

I just got off the phone with DeUliis and wanted to post some quick info on him.

Most importantly, how to say his last name: De-ewwl-ious (Deluliis).

DeUliis actually knew he wanted to commit to Virginia Tech after he visited for a Saturday practice about three weeks ago. He talked to his parents immediately afterwards, but they all agreed he needed to make sure that it wasn't an emotional decision. They made sure to keep it under wraps until he was completely sure he wanted to be a Hokie. He told me that he didn't want to be one of those players that decommits.

On his visits, he loved the atmosphere, the college town, and the fans. He's also big on the education that Virginia Tech provides and is looking at being an accounting major as of now (wasn't entirely sure, but he did want a major in the business school).

Just like in the impact analysis, he's going to be used as a Bucky Hodges type tight-end (minimal blocking, but will be asked to do it some). He said the coaching staff sees him as a guy making big catches up the middle.

While talking to him, he said he's a really quiet guy and doesn't want to be in the spotlight. He just wants to put in as much work as he possibly can and then go out on the field.

One last tidbit on his commitment: the Virginia Tech food played a factor. He loved both the on and off campus food choices in Blacksburg.

I'll be posting a full story on DeUliis later, but wanted to share some of the details as soon as possible.

whats everyone hoping to see today at the spring game? QB situation I'm sure, but what else? I just want to see the new look on offense and see how the coaches coach em up. I definitely want to see the tempo they have talked about all spring. What about you all?

Guys, Kelly Porazzo and our newst staff member, Delaney Hall, will be in the press box at Lane Stadium and chatting with you guys beginning at 2 pm. So come chat with other Hokies and get the info on everything going on! A reminder, this game is NOT being televised live. Kickoff set for 2:30 pm ET
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Guys, as you know, I've been waiting until the week of the spring game to release a list of visitors I've confirmed. These kids change their minds all the time, so I didn't think it would be accurate to post anything before now. And these names can always change.

I'll be updating this list as I get more names confirmed. If any of you hear of any possibilities, post them on this thread as well and I'll work to confirm them:

RB Khalan Laborn, Ocean Lakes (Va.), four stars, No. 30 in Rivals100, No. 1 in VA
CB Jermani Brown, Midlothian (Va.), four stars, No. 50 in Rivals100, No. 3 in VA --- ARIZONA ST COMMIT
DE Tyjuan Garbutt, Riverbend (Va.), four stars, No. 201 in Rivals250, No. 8 WDE -- VT COMMIT
DT Breyon Gaddy, Bishop Sullivan (Va.), three stars, No. 23 DT, No. 13 in VA
ATH Tahj Capehart, Ocean Lakes (Va.), three stars, No. 34 ATH, No. 14 in VA
Safety Devante Smith, Stonewall Jackson (Va.), three stars, No. 38 safety, No. 17 in VA -- VT COMMIT
LB Sherrod Greene, Rocky Mount (NC) three stars, No. 34 OLB, No. 21 in NC
OL Seth Harrell, Grassfield (Va.), three stars, No. 23 OG, No. 23 in VA (NO OFFER)
DE Mike Tverdov, Union (NJ), three stars, No. 26 in NJ
LB Rayshard Ashby, LC Bird (Va.), three stars, No. 28 in VA -- VT COMMIT
LB Isaiah Moore, LC Bird (Va.), three stars, No. 30 in VA (NO OFFER)
ATH Caleb Farley, Maiden (NC), three stars -- VT COMMIT
RB Trace Christian, Lake Brantley (Fla.) three stars
ATH Brandon Gaddy, Bishop Sullivan (Va.), two stars (NO OFFER)
WR MJ Jarrell, Timber Creek (Fla.), two stars
LB Andrew Ward, Muskegon (Mich.)
RB JD King, Fitzgerald (Ga.)
ATH Kalil Pimpleton, Muskegon (Mich.)
ATH Dazz Newsome, Hampton (Va.) (NO OFFER)
LB TD Blackmon, Maryville (Tenn.) (NO OFFER)
LB Dax Hollifield, Shelby (NC) (2018), four stars, initial Rivals100 for 2018
LB Teradja Mitchell, Bishop Sullivan (Va.) (2018), four stars, initial Rivals100 for 2018
WR Armani Chatman, Bayside (Va.) (2018)
OL AJ Reed, Muskegon (Mich.) (2018)
WR Demarcus Gregory, Byrnes (SC) (2018) (NO OFFER)
ATH Xavier Kane, Christiansburg (Va.) (2018) (NO OFFER)
QB Dylan Hopkins, Maryville (Tenn.) (2018) (NO OFFER)
RB Cameron Cloud, Northwest Guilford (NC) (2019)

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Guys, tomorrow is a day many of you have looked forward to for some time. Ocean Lakes (Va.) four-star DT Eric Crosby will announce at 3 pm tomorrow, at his school for either VT or Tennessee. Our friend Matt Hatfield from VirginiaPreps.com will be there for live updates.

But on the night before, I wanted to pass on some info. I've made a number of calls, from VT staff sources to sources at Tennessee and in the 757. Here's the latest:

First off, it's important to note that the new coach at Ocean Lakes, Joe Jones, is a VT alum. And our sources in Tidewater have told us that Jones has indicated that Crosby will pick the Hokies. Jones will be at VT’s spring game Saturday and has told our sources that Crosby will be "somewhere" Saturday before going to Charlotte Sunday for the Nike camp. Why would Jones go to VT's spring game and not take Crosby?

It's important also to note that Jones is in no way steering Crosby one way or the other. But Jones has had a few players from his last school, King's Fork, go to VT, most recently Chuck Clark. Also, Crosby is very tight with Tre Hubbard, who will be walking on this fall with the Hokies. I can tell you for a fact that Hubbard has long been in Crosby's ear and that will play a factor.

I've spoken to VT staff sources, who told me they "feel pretty good" about the chances with Crosby. I'm told that Crosby spoke this morning with coach Justin Fuente, defensive coordinator Bud Foster and assistant coaches Zohn Burden and Charley Wiles. The feeling I'm told they got is that Crosby was "bubbly" which they took as a very good sign.

I spoke to sources at Tennessee, who told me the Vols staff is "cautiously optimistic" about Crosby. My source told me that Crosby's mom talked to Vol for Life, which supports current and former players, academic counselors and face timed yesterday with Tennessee's DL coach who told her that he was losing sleep over Crosby. My source said Crosby's mom told him, ‘Oh hush coach, you’re gonna be fine.”

I also heard for the first time tonight that it's a strong possibility that Crosby's mom could be moving back to Texas, where the family was before moving to Virginia Beach for work. The family livednear San Antonio, as his dad is a military contractor, before they moved to Norfolk.

I'm told by both sides that Crosby has not told either VT or Tennessee of his decision. Again, I've said it before, but I think Crosby's commitment will go up to signing day, no matter who he chooses tomorrow.

As always, I'll pass on anything else I come across to you guys.

3* TE of of N.C. good start to a great weekend in Blacksburg more to come

Anyone know what he's thinking? Anybody have inside info? I think he is the best player on our board right now for 2017. Looks like he can be an elite DE but still has the frame to grow into a DT as well. Athleticism just looks outstanding compared to other guys his size.

Jason, do you have any idea what either of these are thinking currently? I know trying to read the minds of 17 and 18 year old kids is frustrating at best, but have they hinted where VT is? Ewell (sp?) looks like a top notch DT prospect but seems to be looking to the north and Midwest more, do you think Fuentes and co can break into that top 5? Is Gaddy a priority to this staff? He is massive and moves well for his size. Is it true that Crosbys high school coach just took the job at the school where Gaddy goes? If so, is that good or bad for Hokies? Thanks in advance!

Guys, for those of you on the chat earlier, this is the commitment I couldn't tell you about. Providence (NC) two-star Drake Deluliis committed last night but just released that he's commited to VT:
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Our full breakdown, as we do with every commitment for VT:
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Is the weather pretty much clear tomorrow. Im fine with rain or shine but the wife needs to know lol

Heading into Virginia Tech's spring game, what is the feeling about the starting quarterback spot? Is Brenden Motley a legitimate contender? We got a brief glimpse of the Hokies in an open practice for students and media. What ere our other takeaways and what do we think of the idea? Plus, football recruiting is in full swing. We recap the Rivals Camp Series presented by Under Armour and discuss where VT is with a few targets, as well as recent recruits.

Join publisher Jason Stamm, senior writer Doug Bowman and former Hokies DT Derrick 'Skip' Hopkins as we discuss these targets and more on episode No. 56 of our FREE, weekly podcast!
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I'd prefer not, actually.

Alright guys how we feeling?
Tomorrows the big day.

Heading into Virginia Tech's spring game, what is the feeling about the starting quarterback spot? Is Brenden Motley a legitimate contender? We got a brief glimpse of the Hokies in an open practice for students and media. What ere our other takeaways and what do we think of the idea? Plus, football recruiting is in full swing. We recap the Rivals Camp Series presented by Under Armour and discuss where VT is with a few targets, as well as recent recruits.

Join publisher Jason Stamm, senior writer Doug Bowman and former Hokies DT Derrick 'Skip' Hopkins as we discuss these targets and more on episode No. 56 of our FREE, weekly podcast!
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I can't find where to access how commitment list. Where is it?

I caught up with Matthew Butler at last Sunday's RCS: Charlotte, who named his top seven (or rather six. that's what he could remember). Are the Hokies one of those six?

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will it be a packed house to see Fuente's debut? What's the thoughts on the turnout? I'll say 45k

Guys, I caught up with four-star safety Derrek Pitts at the Rivals Camp and honestly, I think Penn State is the overwhelming favorite here, even if he doesn't want to put a list out. The Hokies are still trying to stay in it, as assistant coach Vance Vice visited Pitts and the other WV targets (Dorian Etheridge, Billy Ross, Riley Locklear) Friday. But you can tell in how Pitts talks that the Nittany Lions are up there:
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My interview with Rivals100 cornervack Jermani Brown from the Rivals Camp Series stop in Charlotte. He remains committed to Arizona State, but the Hokies seem to be gaining more traction. He didn't give a ton away when we talked, but the key thing here is that he's interested enough to return Saturday for the spring game:
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Guys, just got back a little while ago from Virginia Tech, where the Hokies opened up the last hour of practice for students and media. This was our first look at how the team looks overall since practice No. 2. Here's some notes and observations:

Coach Justin Fuente mentioned earlier in the day how the team likely wouldn't have enough players for a full, regular spring game. Instead, an adjusted scoring system will be used on Saturday. Tonight, we saw why, with just under 20 players injured, either in green jerseys (no contact) or blue jerseys (limited contact).

Among the noteworthy in green were Vinny Mihota (right foot in boot), Yosuah Nijman (boot on right foot), Cam Phillips (right foot in boot for high ankle sprain), Sean Huelskamp, Raymon Minor, Brandon Facyson, Steve Sobczak, Seth Dooley, Braxton Pfaff and D'Andre Plantin. Those in blue were Isaiah Ford, Chris Cunningham, Khalid Ladler and Erik Banks. Ford and Cunningham both participated, however.

The biggest notable thing here was that Brenden Motley took nearly every rep with the ones. He was on target for nearly all of his throws, including on a deep out to junior basketball convert Devin Wilson. On the play, Wilson went up top to haul in an acrobatic catch. Wilson looked very impressive from what we saw, with a few good routes as well. Looks like he's earned a more permanent spot on the roster. He's definitely benefitted from extra reps, with Ford and Phillips a little banged up.

Motley also looked well on a touchdown pass from about five yards to tight end Chris Cunningham on a crossing pattern. Motley seemed poised and well in command of the ones.

The guy who really struggled was Jérod Evans. Running with the twos, he had tons of zip on the ball, but threw high or long on nearly every throw we saw. He had a few good fakes however, and looked more comfortable on zone reads or other quarterback runs. He had a nice fake late in the practice and had a wide open receiver, but overthrew him.

About 1,000 students were on hand tonight, as only students were allowed in aside from media. They had to show their student IDs for entrance, then were allowed on the field for photos with players.

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My full interview with Rivals250 DT Darnell Ewell from the Rivals Camp on Sunday. It still sounds like Ohio State is the clear leader, but VT hasn't given up. Zohn Burden and Charley Wiles both visited him last week:
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