Virginia Tech’s defensive coordinator Brent Pry is upbeat about the arrival of cornerback Jaquez White, who joins the program after a stint at Troy and a previous college career at Division II Washburn.
A Versatile Defensive Piece
White’s blend of size, speed and length caught Pry’s eye, and the coach noted that the player can operate both as a corner and a safety, giving the defense flexibility in multiple formations.
The Hokies’ secondary already features returning talent such as Isaiah Brown‑Murray, Joshua Clarke, Jojo Crim and Thomas Williams, while newcomers Kenny Woseley Jr., Cam Chadwick and Amauri Polydor add further options.
Depth and Competition
Pry emphasized that White’s integration strengthens a room that also includes veteran presence from Brown‑Murray and the emerging contributions of Clarke, Crim and Williams, creating a competitive environment that should translate into on‑field reliability.
The coaching staff at Troy publicly praised White’s work ethic and talent, reinforcing the confidence that Virginia Tech has in the depth chart heading into the 2024 season.