Nick Dew ‘s last two scholarship offers, from Arkansas and UVa, respectively, put him into double-digits as far as official Division 1 offers are concerned. “Everything has been great” says the 6-2, 195-pound First Colonial (Virginia Beach, VA) standout linebacker/strong safety, who has been selected to play in the Under Armour All-American game.

East Carolina, Louisville, Maryland, Purdue, Syracuse, Virginia Tech and West Virginia are among the other offers for Dew, who is also drawing interest from Connecticut, Illinois, LSU and Penn State, among others. He currently lists a top three but is open to all comers. Of the three, one school continues to stand strong.

“Virginia Tech is still the school to beat,” Dew said. “They are number one right now, but who knows what could happen. My parents want me to pick a top five, but right now I can only say a top three. They are Virginia Tech, West Virginia and UVa. And I am still open to other schools.”

Prior to yesterday’s interview, Dew stated clearly that Virginia Tech would be the choice should he stay in-state. That well may be the case ultimately, but Virginia is now under consideration.

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