Virginia Tech Tight Ends Emerge as Key Offensive Weapons

Quartet of pass-catchers shine in annual spring game, positioning themselves for bigger roles in 2026 season.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 4:42am

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A dynamic, cubist-style painting depicting a Virginia Tech tight end catching a pass in the end zone, with the player's body and the football broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes and planes.Virginia Tech's tight ends showcase their versatility and big-play potential in the team's annual spring game.Blacksburg Today

Four Virginia Tech tight ends - Luke Reynolds, Benji Gosnell, Ja'Ricous Hairston, and Harrison Saint Germain - demonstrated their potential as major contributors to the Hokies' offense during the team's annual spring game on Saturday. The group's standout performances have positioned them to take on expanded roles in the upcoming 2026 season.

Why it matters

Tight ends have traditionally been an important part of Virginia Tech's offensive attack, and this year's crop appears poised to continue that legacy. With the Hokies looking to build on a solid 2025 campaign, the development of this tight end unit could be a key factor in the team's success.

The details

In the spring game, the four tight ends combined for multiple receptions and touchdowns, showcasing their skills as pass-catchers and red zone threats. This depth and versatility at the position gives the Hokies' coaching staff flexibility in their offensive game-planning and the ability to create mismatches against opposing defenses.

  • The annual Virginia Tech spring game took place on Saturday, April 19, 2026.

The players

Luke Reynolds

A rising junior tight end for the Virginia Tech Hokies.

Benji Gosnell

A redshirt sophomore tight end for the Virginia Tech Hokies.

Ja'Ricous Hairston

A redshirt junior tight end for the Virginia Tech Hokies.

Harrison Saint Germain

A redshirt freshman tight end for the Virginia Tech Hokies.

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What they’re saying

“The tight ends really stepped up today and showed what they can do. That's going to be a big part of our offense this fall.”

— Hendon Hooker, Virginia Tech Quarterback

“We've got a lot of talent and depth at tight end, and they're going to be a huge weapon for us. I'm excited to see what this group can do when the season starts.”

— Brent Pry, Virginia Tech Head Coach

What’s next

Virginia Tech will continue its offseason program and preparation for the 2026 season, with the tight ends looking to build on their strong spring performances.

The takeaway

Virginia Tech's tight end unit has emerged as a potential strength of the Hokies' offense, providing the team with a versatile group of pass-catchers and red zone threats. Their development will be crucial as the program looks to build on last season's success.