Virginia Tech lands biggest commitment in seven years
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Key Points:
- Four-star quarterback Peter Bourque from Hingham, Massachusetts, has committed to Virginia Tech after decommitting from Michigan, marking a significant recruiting win for the Hokies and head coach James Franklin.
- Bourque, ranked No. 82 overall and No. 7 quarterback in the 2027 class, is the top-ranked player in Massachusetts and would be Virginia Tech's highest-ranked signee since 2019.
- Virginia Tech's recruiting class has improved significantly, jumping to No. 18 in the Rivals Industry Team Recruiting Rankings, now featuring 12 commits including three four-star players.
- Key additions alongside Bourque include four-star defensive lineman Joseph Buchanan, four-star cornerback Chase Johnson, and four-star wide receiver Anthony Roberts, strengthening both offense and defense.
- Bourque was the 2025 Massachusetts Gatorade Player of the Year, with impressive stats including 2,241 passing yards, 18 passing touchdowns, 688 rushing yards, and 15 rushing touchdowns.