BREAKING: Four-Star LB officially confirms committed to Virginia Tech over Duke, Wake Forest, and Georgia Tech

Another 2026 prospect has added Virginia Tech to his list of official visitors. Linebacker Mathieu Kanu, a standout at Patriot High School in Nokesville, VA, announced today via social media that he will visit the Hokies from June 20th-22nd. Kanu, a 6’3″, 221-pound linebacker, already holds offers from top programs like Penn State, Georgia Tech, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Minnesota, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia, and is expected to garner even more attention as the recruiting cycle progresses.

Virginia Tech has made a strong start in the 2026 class with the commitment of four-star wide receiver Carnell Warren, who pledged to the Hokies during the Under Armour All-American Bowl. Warren chose Virginia Tech over offers from Duke, Wake Forest, and Georgia Tech, becoming the Hokies’ first commitment for the 2026 class. His addition provides a solid foundation for head coach Brent Pry and his staff as they continue to build the program. Warren is part of a successful recent trend in Virginia Tech’s wide receiver recruiting efforts.

According to the 247Sports Composite, Warren is ranked as the No. 277 player nationally, the No. 44 wide receiver, and the No. 6 player in South Carolina. Scouting director Andrew Ivins compares him to former Miami and current Alabama receiver Isaiah Horton, noting Warren’s impressive athleticism, ability to make contested catches, and his ability to thrive in 50-50 situations due to his athleticism, bounce, and body control. While he excels in the red zone, Warren has also demonstrated the ability to gain significant yardage on screens and quick in-breaking routes. With his 6’4″ frame and ball skills, Warren has the potential to be a game-changer on Saturdays.

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Official Visitors Announced

1. WR Jaire Richburg (East Forsyth High School, NC)
   Richburg is a skilled 6’3″, 180-pound wide receiver from North Carolina, with offers from Boston College, Duke, Liberty, Louisville, Maryland, Penn State, and South Carolina, among others. He will visit Virginia Tech officially from May 30th to June 1st.
2. Four-Star WR Travis Johnson (Oscar Smith High School, VA)
   One of Virginia’s top recruits, Johnson will be in Blacksburg for his official visit from June 20th to 22nd. The four-star wide receiver is ranked No. 124 nationally, No. 16 at his position, and No. 3 in Virginia according to the 247Sports Composite.
3. OL Adrian Hamilton (St. Johns High School, MD)
   Adrian Hamilton, a 6’3″, 270-pound offensive lineman, will take his official visit to Virginia Tech from June 20th to 22nd.
4. Five-Star OL Darius Gray (St. Christopher’s High School, VA)
   Gray, a five-star offensive lineman ranked No. 25 nationally and No. 2 at his position by 247Sports, will have his official visit earlier than others, scheduled for April 11th-13th.
5. 2026 LB Joshua Pittman (Kings Fork HS, VA)
   Pittman, a 6’3″, 210-pound linebacker, will visit Virginia Tech officially from May 30th to June 1st. He holds offers from Charlotte, East Carolina, James Madison, Liberty, Michigan State, Syracuse, and West Virginia.
6. Three-Star WR Jayden Kitchens (Riverdale Baptist HS, MD)
   Kitchens, a 6’2″, 190-pound wide receiver, is ranked No. 623 nationally and No. 94 at his position by the 247Sports Composite. He has offers from Duke, Indiana, Minnesota, Oregon, Pitt, Syracuse, and Wisconsin, and will visit Virginia Tech from June 6th to 8th.
7. 2026 ATH Amare Gough (Thomas Jefferson HS, MD)
   Gough, a 6’1″, 175-pound athlete, plays at Thomas Jefferson High School in Richmond, VA. He holds offers from Indiana, Syracuse, Boston College, Wake Forest, and West Virginia. He’ll take his official visit to Virginia Tech from June 20th to 22nd, following his visit to Virginia (June 5th-8th).
8. 2026 Three-Star EDGE Keysaun Eleazer (Southeast Raleigh HS, NC)
   Eleazer, a 6’2″, 210-pound edge player, is ranked No. 415 nationally, No. 32 at his position, and No. 20 in North Carolina by 247Sports. Although he needs to add more size to his frame, his athleticism stands out, making him a recruit to closely follow.