Frank Beamer's conversation with the print media at ACC Kickoff, transcribed.

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2016 quarterback Brandon Peters is a "dude" Scot Loeffler's recruiting to play under center in Blacksburg.

Virginia Tech received its first verbal commitment for the 2016 recruiting cycle.

Frank Beamer discusses his early outlook for the 2014 season.

Virginia Tech settles into the thick of its ACC schedule with back-to-back Thursday night games.

Scot Loeffler has Virginia Tech in good position with 2016, blue chip, Pennsylvania passer Brandon McIlwain.

Willie Byrn is focused on helping Virginia Tech conclude its regular season in Charlotte.

Adonis Alexander is an intimidating physical presence in the secondary, but will need to continue to improve on his mobility and coverage.

Willie Byrn went from one career reception to 52 over the course of last season. The breakout wideout believes Tech needs to be competing for ACC Championships and knows what the Hokies need to do to get it done.

Miami selected as likely Coastal Division winner; FSU's Winston voted preseason Player of the Year.

A friendship with Hokies verbal commit Eric Whitehead, may help Virginia Tech receive a pledge from 3-star defensive back Adonis Williamson.

Defensive tackle Luther Maddy represented the Hokies Sunday in Greensboro at ACC Kickoff. He had a positive prognosis.

Thoughts and observations after reading the media guide.

Updates and interviews with five prospects that attended Monday's Frank Beamer Football Camp.

Defensive end is a major need for Virginia Tech in the 2015 recruiting cycle. The Hokies are positioned well with athletic DE Jalen Dalton.

The Hokies host Western Michigan at an opportune time, the week prior to traveling to Chapel Hill. Many pundits have pegged UNC as preseason Coastal Division favorites.

Virginia Tech verbal commitment Mook Reynolds represented Virginia Tech at Nike's marquee event.

The Hokies recruiting momentum in July continues to gain steam. Tonight they nabbed their first offensive verbal commitment of the 2015 cycle.

Virginia Tech and West Virginia will play a game of football at FedExField in 2017.