Virginia Tech Quarterbacks to Return Next Season

Virginia Tech's starting quarterback Kyron Drones and backup William 'Pop' Watson III will both return for the 2025 season, solidifying the team's quarterback position following speculation about potential transfers. Drones, who threw for 1,562 yards with 10 touchdowns and 6 interceptions, missed three games due to injury but remains a key player for the Hokies. Watson, a redshirt freshman, helped the team achieve bowl eligibility in his first start against Virginia, finishing the season with 400 passing yards. The announcement comes on the heels of significant coaching staff changes at Virginia Tech, which ended the regular season at 6-6 and will face Minnesota in the Duke's Mayo Bowl. While Drones' commitment is a boost, running back Malachi Thomas and offensive lineman Braelin Moore have entered the transfer portal. Both quarterbacks were seen as valuable assets had they opted to transfer, enhancing the importance of their decision to stay.