BLACKSBURG — Ty Howle chuckled at the question of utilizing four tight ends in the base package. That wasn't exactly the Virginia Tech offensive coordinator's priority as the offensive scheme is being installed in training camp.
Virginia Tech tight end Benji Gosnell (82) takes a break between running routes with the other tight ends during an Aug. 6 practice in Blacksburg. Gosnell is coming off a season in which he posted a career-low 86 receiving yards.
Virginia Tech tight end Ja'Ricous Hairston runs through a run during an Aug. 6 practice in Blacksburg. Hairston had his most productive season in 2025 with 112 yards and three touchdowns on 12 receptions.
Virginia Tech tight end Luke Reynolds runs through a route during an Aug. 6 practice in Blacksburg. Reynolds, a Penn State transfer, posted 368 yards and one touchdown on 35 receptions over his first two seasons.
Virginia Tech tight end Ja'Ricous Hairston runs through a run during an Aug. 6 practice in Blacksburg. Hairston had his most productive season in 2025 with 112 yards and three touchdowns on 12 receptions.
Virginia Tech tight end Benji Gosnell (82) takes a break between running routes with the other tight ends during an Aug. 6 practice in Blacksburg. Gosnell is coming off a season in which he posted a career-low 86 receiving yards.
Virginia Tech tight end Luke Reynolds runs through a route during an Aug. 6 practice in Blacksburg. Reynolds, a Penn State transfer, posted 368 yards and one touchdown on 35 receptions over his first two seasons.
