Virginia Tech football: Ethan Grunkemeyer, Luke Reynolds earning national recognition
Some national recognition for two Hokie stars.
Virginia Tech quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer and tight end Luke Reynolds are gaining national attention after just two seasons together at Penn State. Grunkemeyer has been named one of 30 candidates for the prestigious 2026 Davey O'Brien National Quarterback Award. This award, presented annually since 1981, recognizes the nation's top quarterback.
Grunkemeyer has completed 71.7% of his passes for 2,431 yards, with 18 touchdowns and only three interceptions. He has also contributed with six rushing touchdowns. Reynolds, a 6-foot-4, 250-pound junior, has caught 56 passes for 560 yards and six touchdowns, making him one of the best tight ends in college football. He has been named a semifinalist for the John Mackey Award, which honors the best tight end in college football each year.
Mackey, a Pro Football Hall of Famer, had an illustrious NFL career after his college days at Syracuse. The Hokies will face Stanford at Lane Stadium on Saturday.
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