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One of Lafonte Thorougood’s main objectives on this past Saturday’s visit to Virginia Tech was to learn whether or not he would get a legitimate shot at playing quarterback. The 6-2, 215-pound junior, a 2-year starter at quarterback at Ocean Lakes (Virginia Beach, VA), got his answer.

“They said I would get a shot,” said Thourogood, who arrived in Blacksburg on Saturday and returned home on Sunday. He made the visit with sophomore defensive end prospect Eli Harrell, who is a teammate and cousin.

“Coach Beamer was saying how I’m a great player. He said he’d like it if I came to Virginia Tech.”

Asked for his impressions of Virginia Tech’s offense, Thourogood said, “I like it. It’s not just a Spread offense. They run everything. I like it and think it fits me.”

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