
JUST IN: No. 4 Player in America, Four-Star Running Back Jeffrey Overton Jr., Chooses Virginia Tech Over Clemson and Penn State for 2025 Class
The announcement came earlier today during a live-streamed press conference at his high school in Charlotte, North Carolina, where Overton made his decision known while donning a Hokies cap, stunning fans of powerhouse programs like Clemson and Penn State.
Overton’s commitment is one of the biggest wins for Virginia Tech in recent memory. The 5-foot-11, 200-pound phenom had long been considered a heavy Clemson lean, especially after multiple campus visits and a strong push from Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney. Penn State also made a late surge, with head coach James Franklin personally visiting Overton last month. But in the end, it was the vision laid out by Virginia Tech head coach Brent Pry and running backs coach Elijah Brooks that ultimately won the talented back over.
“Virginia Tech felt like home from day one,” Overton said during his announcement. “Coach Pry and Coach Brooks made me feel like more than just a player—they made me feel like family. I want to be a part of something special, to help bring Hokie football back to national relevance.”
Overton’s commitment marks a massive recruiting victory for Virginia Tech, a program that has worked tirelessly to rebuild its national reputation and secure top-tier talent. Known for his explosive speed, elite vision, and powerful lower body, Overton rushed for over 2,300 yards and 28 touchdowns in his junior season, averaging 8.7 yards per carry. He’s been praised for his ability to break tackles, make defenders miss in space, and dominate both as a runner and a pass-catcher out of the backfield.
Recruiting experts across the country are calling Overton’s decision a potential program-changer for the Hokies. 247Sports analyst Brian Dohn noted, “Landing Jeffrey Overton Jr. sends a message that Virginia Tech is back in the conversation with the blue bloods. This is the kind of player who can step in on Day 1 and make a difference.”
For Virginia Tech fans, Overton’s commitment brings renewed hope and excitement. The Hokies have not signed a running back of this caliber in over a decade, and his presence in the 2025 class instantly elevates the entire recruiting profile of the program. Combined with recent momentum on both sides of the ball, Pry’s vision for the future of Hokie football appears to be resonating.
As for Overton, he says he’s now focused on finishing his high school career strong and preparing to make an immediate impact in Blacksburg. “I want to win a state title first,” he said. “Then, I’m going to be ready to help bring ACC championships back to Virginia Tech.”
With one of the nation’s top running backs now in the fold, the Hokies are making it clear: they’re ready to rise again.
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