James Mitchell Virginia Tech recruiting
James Mitchell is one of the best players in the state of Virginia for the Class of 2018. (Photo by Ricky LaBlue)

MATTHEWS, N.C. — The Virginia Tech coaching staff has been open and honest about how they view the talent level in the state of Virginia for the 2018 recruiting cycle. Because of the lack of depth in the class, the Hokies have only seriously targeted a select few in-state kids this year. One of those is tight end James Mitchell.