Virginia Tech 2012 Recruiting Target List

[goDAWGSsicem]

He became a R-Fr as soon as his last scholarship year ended which was 2010. He is a R-Fr for 2011. As far as sitting out goes, does that mean he's not allowed to practice with the team in 2011, or does that mean he just can't play?

Another comment on Benedict...he's a transfer, so he doesn't count toward the 25-limit for the 2012 Class! Bonus!

Right, he should count to the 2009 or 2010 class. That's how Jarvis Jones was, who transfered from USC.

 

[VT_Football_Fan]

Nixon had a UVa offer when he got offered by VT. Always wanted to go to VT. Don't know how strong his ties to Wynn and Moore are... but theyd have to be pretty strong to sway him.

 

[HokieGhost]

I just read the NCAA rules about transfers and here's what I got out of it. A football player transferring from one FBS school to another must be a full-time student and cannot compete for a year. Nothing in the handbook stated that the player is allowed OR prohibited from practicing and working out with his new team. However, I do recall a transfer to Tech a few years ago who practiced with the team during the year he couldn't compete. I think that's the way it will be for Benedict, too.

 

[Hokie Swagger]

he will be a r-soph in 2012 when he is eligible to play.

Brent Benedict transferring to Virginia Tech | jacksonville.com

 

[Forty_Sixand2]

If Nixon switches to the othe school in Virginia, it kind of proves that the NCS boys were playing a game that we have no business being a part of. UVA needs to do that to get guys. We don't.

From all I have heard about Nixon, however, he is 1000% Hokie.

 

[EvanGWatkins]

If Nixon switches to the othe school in Virginia, it kind of proves that the NCS boys were playing a game that we have no business being a part of. UVA needs to do that to get guys. We don't.

From all I have heard about Nixon, however, he is 1000% Hokie.

Nixon will stay with VT, from everything I am hearing, he chose VT because he loves the program. He is a solid verbal from everything I have heard...

 

[HokieGhost]

Thanks to everyone who posted for the comments on Nixon...appreciate it!

 

[HokieGhost]

he will be a r-soph in 2012 when he is eligible to play.

Brent Benedict transferring to Virginia Tech | jacksonville.com

Good find...thanks!

 

[jermadams]

here some film on Benedict...a good write up too!! Benedict is crushing kids in this film...lets hope the knee can heal up!

Brent Benedict Will Transfer to Virginia Tech

 

[hunzworth]

BTW TAE he will be able to practice and train(this is if i remember the rule correctly). Im pretty sure it is the same as if he was a RS <-----The only difference (i think) is a RS can travel and dress, im pretty sure that wont be the case with benedict.

 

[hunzworth]

BTW i havnt been around since this broke, im super stoked about him.

I really have little concern about the knee, I feel pretty sure we asked a lot of questions and prob at least gave his med records a once over before offering.

I also dont see much difference in his eligibility, Most OL wont contribute to at least their RS soph year anyway.

 

[Hokie Swagger]

BTW i havnt been around since this broke, im super stoked about him.

I really have little concern about the knee, I feel pretty sure we asked a lot of questions and prob at least gave his med records a once over before offering.

I also dont see much difference in his eligibility, Most OL wont contribute to at least their RS soph year anyway.

exactly. he is basically the same as the other guys we are recruiting in the 2012 class, as in he wont be able to play til 2012, its not like he was going to play for us this season anyways. the only difference is he will have 3 years instead of 5 years of eligibility starting in 2012, but he should be a lot further along than the other guys when he becomes eligible, and he will be on campus this year and not in high school.

 

[vtpoop]

My word, look at the crazy offer list Benedict had coming out of high school. Wow.
And, yes, I know I am late to the party. Been a busy day.

Georgia, Alabama, Clemson, Florida, Georgia Tech, Miami (Fl.), Mississippi, North Carolina, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Penn State, South Carolina, Texas A&M, UCLA, USC

 

[bigesse16]

We got another commit. Time for me to pony up on my deal.

Another besides Benedict? Or is this referring to Benedict?

 

[HokieGhost]

BTW i havnt been around since this broke, im super stoked about him.

I really have little concern about the knee, I feel pretty sure we asked a lot of questions and prob at least gave his med records a once over before offering.

I also dont see much difference in his eligibility, Most OL wont contribute to at least their RS soph year anyway.

Same here! And since he doesn't count against the 25-limit for 2012, he's a bonus recruit!

Plus, our S&C personnel, trainers, and medical staff will be available to do whatever they need to do to get him ready for 2012.

 

[Lumbee09]

Benedict appears to be a 5-star prospect if he doesn't get injured. Blue chip in every category by rivals. If that knee heals right he should be one hell of a player.

Brent Benedict - Yahoo! Sports

 

[VT_Football_Fan]

Another besides Benedict? Or is this referring to Benedict?

Benedict

 

[HokieGhost]

From Kyle Tucker's Twitter account:

"Word is, VT checked into Benedict's injury thoroughly, liked what it heard about his recovery/rehab. If healthy in 2012, what a steal."
7 minutes ago

 

[hunzworth]

From Kyle Tucker's Twitter account:

"Word is, VT checked into Benedict's injury thoroughly, liked what it heard about his recovery/rehab. If healthy in 2012, what a steal."
7 minutes ago

Great news! you kinda had to figure they did, but its great to have it confirmed.

 

[HokieGhost]

I did reply to KT and asked if had heard anything about any numbness in Benedict's foot...no response yet, but he'll probably check it out when he has time.

This is a pretty wild recruiting year, no?