For Kenny Jefferson, his decision to attend Virginia Tech came down to several factors. One of the top ones was Running Backs Coach Billy Hite, who served as Jefferson’s primary recruiter.

“One of the reasons I chose Virginia Tech was for the fact that Coach Hite was my recruiter and he will be my position coach when I get there,” Jefferson said. “The fact that Coach Hite recruited me meant that they really wanted me. I think some schools recruit you with coaches who coach different positions than what they want you to play, then you might get there and the position coach doesn’t like you.

“Other than that, I felt comfortable on the campus when I visited there this weekend. It’s not too far away, but it’s not too close either. I like the way the fullback is used a lot in the system, and that’s the position I want to play. Academically, they have an excellent Architecture school. Virginia Tech just had everything I was looking for.”

Jefferson made an unofficial visit to Penn State the previous weekend before heading to Virginia Tech. He had official offers from both programs as well as Syracuse. As a junior, the 5-10, 230 pound Jefferson excelled as a blocker and also as a runner. He said he “averaged somewhere between 15 and 20 yards per carry” last season.

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