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Copeland Returns to Hokies for Senior Year | Virginia Tech Hokie Football News
Kemari Copeland, a bruising defensive tackle and third-team All-ACC selection, is returning to Virginia Tech for his senior season—packing on 20 pounds to hit 300 lbs, as head coach Brent Pry pushed him to maximize his NFL potential. His decision was deeply personal, rooted in Pry’s early mentorship when Copeland was at Iowa Western, where Pry was the only coach who visited him. Even after Pry left for Virginia Tech, Copeland felt his impact—and the coach’s return to the staff sealed his commitment. He passed up the NFL draft and transfer opportunities for NIL money, choosing loyalty and a…
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