LB lineman commits to Tech’s 2022 class Gene Marrano July 19, 2021 1 minute read Lord Botetourt lineman Gunner Givens has verbally committed to play football at Virginia Tech – reportedly choosing the Hokies over dozens of other offers. Penn State and Clemson were also on his short list, as he tells WDBJ-7: Share: Post navigation Previous: Early morning fatal crash in Bedford CountyNext: Virginia is #1 according to a poll by CNBC Related Stories Fork in the Market changes hands as longtime manager becomes owner Ian Price June 2, 2026 Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026