It was a disappointing weekend for several former Virginia Tech football stars. Only four former Hokies were selected in the 2022 NFL draft — and none before the sixth round.
James Mitchell was the first, going to Detroit Lions, followed by Amare Barno (Carolina Panthers), Luke Tenuta (Buffalo Bills), and Lecitus Smith (Arizona Cardinals). Unfortunately, Tre Turner, Brock Hoffman, Raheem Blackshear, Jordan Williams and Jermaine Waller went undrafted.
However, it didn’t take long for Turner to find a home. After it was reported that Turner agreed to terms with the Minnesota Vikings, the Las Vegas Raiders swooped in, offered Turner more money and he signed with the Raiders.