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Recruiting losses piling up for Virginia Tech football puts more pressure on 2025

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Currently, Virginia Tech football coach Brent Pry has nine commits in the Class of 2026. That's the lowest number among all ACC programs, and that's not something that you want to see with a pivotal season on tap for the Hokies.

On Friday, three-star defensive lineman JaySean Richardson picked Virginia over Virginia Tech, which is a key in-state recruiting loss for the Pry and his staff. The Varnia High School product was expected to pick the Cavaliers, but one quote he had after announcing his commitment stuck out.

"Trying to make this program turn into a great program,'' said Richardson of Virginia.