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A top in-state recruit on Virginia Tech’s campus this weekend was Washington Post defensive player of the year Cordarrow Thompson. Thompson, a previous Syracuse commitment who recently opened up his recruitment after the Syracuse coaching change, discussed his trip to Blacksburg this weekend.

“It was wonderful,” the 6-3, 312-pound defensive tackle recruit said. “I had fun there. I was hosted by CP (Carlton Powell). I got along with him real well. He showed me around the campus and introduced me to the players.”

Thompson also spoke at length with head coach Frank Beamer.

“He was telling me that they really wanted me,” Thompson said. “He said I’m a good player that can help them. We also talked about academics. The main reason for the visit was academics and I found out that they are good.”

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