Virginia Tech football places nine players on Phil Steele’s preseason All-ACC team

Virginia Tech football has nine players recognized in Phil Steele’s preseason All-ACC team ahead of the 2026 season. Defensive lineman Kemari Copeland leads as a first-team selection, with many players returning from the previous season. The Hokies, under new head coach James Franklin, are anticipated to have a competitive 2026 season, following a successful offseason that included strong recruiting efforts. The complete All-ACC selections reflect the growing expectations surrounding the program and its players.

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