Virginia Tech football: 2027 RB Kelvin Morrison commits to Hokies

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Kelvin Morrison, a three-star running back from Hermitage, Pennsylvania, has committed to Virginia Tech for the 2027 class. He chose the Hokies over offers from several top programs, including Miami and Ohio State.

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Kelvin Morrison commits to Virginia Tech for the 2027 class
He is a three-star prospect from Hermitage, Pennsylvania
Morrison rushed for over 3,000 yards and 40 touchdowns in high school
He chose the Hokies over offers from top programs
Morrison is the first offensive commitment for the Hokies in 2027

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Oct 11, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Kyron Drones (1) celebrates with running back Terion Stewart (8) after a touchdown against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the second quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn Images Virginia Tech and head coach James Franklin continued their momentum on the recruiting trail, adding a commitment from running back Kelvin Morrison on Thursday. Morrison, a 5-foot-11, 175-pound running back from Hermitage, Pennsylvania, plays his high school football at Hickory High School. He picked the Hokies over an impressive list of offers, featuring Miami, Ohio State, Penn State, and Tennessee, among others. It represents yet another recruiting win for Franklin over his former team. A three-star prospect, Morrison is the first offensive commitment for the Hokies in the 2027 class. He’s also the first commit for new running backs coach Norval McKenzie. Morrison has had an outstanding career, rushing for over 800 yards and nine touchdowns as a freshman, followed by a combined 3,000 rushing yards and 40 touchdowns. He’s averaged around nine yards per rushing attempt for his career. Per , Morrison is the 17th-ranked player in Pennsylvania for 2027, and the No. 46 running back in the country. Here’s a look at Tech’s current 2027 recruiting class:

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What are Kelvin Morrison's stats as a high school running back?

Kelvin Morrison rushed for over 800 yards and nine touchdowns as a freshman, and a combined 3,000 rushing yards and 40 touchdowns in his career.

Which colleges did Kelvin Morrison choose Virginia Tech over?

Morrison picked Virginia Tech over offers from Miami, Ohio State, Penn State, and Tennessee, among others.

Who is the new running backs coach for Virginia Tech?

Norval McKenzie is the new running backs coach for Virginia Tech, and Morrison is his first commitment.

Virginia Tech football: 2027 RB Kelvin Morrison commits to Hokies

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