The Virginia Tech Hokies kicked off spring practice in full last week and are doing so without a number of key contributors. Projected starters such as C.J. Carroll, Travon Hill, Vinny Mihota, Mook Reynolds and Greg Stroman are among the Hokies missing spring work. While it’s tough in the short term for head coach Justin Fuente and defensive coordinator Bud Foster, it gives them a chance to look as less-experienced players.
For instance, in Carroll’s absence, true freshman Kalil Pimpleton is showing coaches what he can do this spring. Pimpleton is one of the more underrated signees from Tech’s most recent class.