Today is the beginning of the Early Signing Period for Division 1 men’s basketball. By next Wednesday, which is when the period ends, Cannon School (Concord, N.C.) guard/forward Tyrone Garland are expected to sign letters of intent with the Hokies. Scout.com National Basketball Recruiting Director Dave Telep took some time to discuss Tech’s class.

Scout.com rates the 6-7, 215-pound Eddie as a 4-star prospect and the 77th prospect in the nation. He is rated the 15th overall small forward. Scout ranks Garland as a 3-star prospect and the #26 point guard in the country.

QUICK TAKE with DAVE TELEP

TSL: What are your evaluations of Jarell Eddie and Ty Garland?

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