Stafford (Falmouth, VA) star linebacker Jake Johnson verbally committed to Virginia Tech on Tuesday, choosing the Hokies over offers from Maryland and Virginia. I caught up with 6-2, 230-pound junior for a mini Q&A to discuss his decision.
In his junior season, Johnson, an all-district performer, totaled 125 tackles, including 27 tackles-for-loss, and nine sacks. At middle linebacker, he brings a combination of speed - he averages a 4.6 flat in the 40 - and strength - he can bench press 385 pounds and squats 500 pounds.