The Virginia Tech Hokies have struggled to find consistent linebacker play in recent years, but have hope in 2025 with junior Caleb Woodson flashing All-ACC potential. While there are other talented linebackers in the program, the Hokies lacked some experience, which led them to take the commitment of Temple transfer Antwone Santiago.
On Monday night, the Hokies landed another talented linebacker when Michael Short revealed his commitment to Virginia Tech.
Let’s work pic.twitter.com/pbyoFLQhaB
— Michael Short (@michaelshort167) May 6, 2025
The 6-foot-3, 230-pound Short played high school football at Mallard Creek High School in Charlotte, N.