Jacob Sykes is a big-play receiver for Goldsboro High School (NC). As a junior last season, he averaged just over 18 yards per catch and his abilities caught the attention of several Division 1A programs. This includes Virginia Tech, where Sykes has decided to verbally commit.

“Yes,” Sykes replied when asked if he had verbally committed to Tech.

“I’ve been thinking about making a decision, probably since the beginning of the month. I’ve been evaluating different schools. [Besides Virginia Tech] I had an offer from ECU and Wake Forest was talking to me about offering. I went to camps at ECU and Wake Forest. When I was at Virginia Tech, I just felt comfortable. I love the school, the atmosphere, the history of the athletics and the academics. I like what I can do academic-wise.”

Sykes received an offer prior to this past weekend’s visit to Tech for the senior camp. He still performed in the 40 and the shuttle and did very well. He measured in around 6-0 or 6-1, 170 pounds.

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