Brent Pry announce a devastating…

Brent Pry Announces Devastating News for Virginia Tech Football Program

Blacksburg, VA — In a press conference that left fans and media stunned, Virginia Tech head football coach Brent Pry announced a devastating setback to the Hokies’ upcoming season. With visible emotion, Pry revealed that several key players, including starting quarterback Jalen Simmons and defensive captain Marcus Bradley, will be out indefinitely due to a combination of injuries and eligibility issues.

“This is one of the toughest days I’ve had as a coach,” Pry said, his voice heavy. “These young men have poured everything into this program, and to lose them—whether to injury or administrative complications—is a blow that words can’t fully capture.”

According to Pry, Simmons suffered a torn ACL during off-season training drills last week and underwent surgery Monday morning. The timeline for recovery is 6–9 months, effectively ruling him out for the 2025 season. Bradley, on the other hand, has been declared academically ineligible due to unresolved coursework from the spring semester, and his return is contingent on summer session performance.

“This isn’t just about losing talent on the field,” Pry emphasized. “These are leaders in the locker room, people our younger guys look up to. Their absence will be felt in every corner of this program.”

The impact is immediate and significant. Simmons was coming off a breakout year, throwing for over 3,200 yards and 26 touchdowns, with many analysts calling him the heartbeat of the Hokies’ offense. Meanwhile, Bradley led the defense with 78 tackles and five forced fumbles, anchoring a unit that had shown vast improvement under Pry’s leadership.

To add to the blow, backup quarterback Ryan Keller also suffered a minor hamstring injury this week, leaving the Hokies with few experienced options heading into fall camp. Freshman phenom Tyrell Greene may be forced into action sooner than expected, though Pry made clear he would not rush the young signal-caller’s development.

“I won’t put any player in a position they’re not ready for,” Pry said. “But this is where our depth, our culture, and our resilience get tested.”

The announcement comes at a particularly challenging time for the Hokies, who had high hopes of competing for the ACC Championship this year. With a top-25 recruiting class and momentum on their side, Pry’s third year at the helm was shaping up as a potential breakthrough. Now, the team faces a mountain of adversity.

Social media quickly lit up with reactions from fans, alumni, and analysts, many expressing heartbreak and support for the players affected. Former Virginia Tech greats, including Tyrod Taylor and DeAngelo Hall, posted messages of encouragement on X (formerly Twitter), calling for unity and resilience in the face of the news.

Despite the setback, Pry struck a tone of cautious optimism. “We’re down, but we’re not out,” he said. “This program is built on toughness, accountability, and team-first values. We’ll rally, and we’ll keep fighting.”

For now, Hokie Nation must wait and see how the team regroups—and who steps up in the face of adversity.

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