Since he started following college football, Thomas Jarrett Hopple has rooted for Clemson. He now has a new favorite school. The Nansemond River (Suffolk, VA) junior offensive tackle verbally committed to Virginia Tech this past Saturday, while in Blacksburg on an unofficial visit.

“I went up to a Junior Day (at Virginia Tech) in the beginning of February and I went up there [this past Saturday],” Hopple said. “Since I took my [February] visit, I’ve been thinking about [committing]. I’ve been talking to my parents and coaches about it. It’s a gut feeling. I love Virginia Tech. I love the area. All-around, I like everything about it.”

Hopple was pursued by several ACC schools in addition to Virginia Tech. Virginia, Pittsburgh and Wake Forest offered the 6’6”, 280-pound junior, who also had offers from Marshall and James Madison.

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