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Virginia Tech secures commitment from linebacker Amarri Irvin

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 2:22 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Virginia Tech secures commitment from linebacker Amarri Irvin

Summary

Virginia Tech flipped four-star linebacker Amarri Irvin from Notre Dame on June 12, 2026. Irvin, who attended IMG Academy, was previously committed to the Fighting Irish since November 2025. His decision followed a recent visit to the Hokies’ campus over the weekend. This commitment marks the first linebacker signing for Virginia Tech in the 2027 class, with Irvin being the 25th overall commitment for the program. Under James Franklin's leadership, Virginia Tech has significantly improved its recruiting efforts, securing 17 commitments in the past six weeks.

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By the Numbers

•Amarri Irvin moves to Virginia Tech from Notre Dame
•Irvin visited Virginia Tech prior to his commitment
•He is ranked No. 305 overall and No. 25 nationally among LBs
•Virginia Tech has 25 commitments for the 2027 class
•The program has gained 17 commitments in six weeks

Latest Updates

2:22 AMYahoo Sports — Virginia Tech football: Hokies flip LB Amarri Irvin from Notre Dame
5:56 PMYahoo Sports — Virginia Tech flips 4-star LB Amarri Irvin from Notre Dame

What they're saying

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Virginia Tech‘s new regime under James Franklin has the Hokies recruiting at a level not seen in Blacksburg in quite some time. Monday was another example of that, as VT flipped four-star IMG Academy (Fla.) linebacker Amarri Irvin off his longtime commitment to Notre Dame. The blue-chip linebacker had been pledged to the Fighting Irish […]
— Yahoo Sports