Kenji Christian is a Hokie!
Virginia Tech has added commitment No. 20! Pinson (Ala.) Valley 2021 running back Kenji Christian has committed to the Hokies.
The 6-2, 190-pounder is a three-star ranked the No. 26 rising senior in Alabama and No. 45 running back in the nation. He is the third running back to commit to the Hokies, joining fellow three-stars Chance Black and Malachi Thomas. With his pledge, the VT class climbs to No. 33 nationally.
He has been timed at 7.80 seconds in the 60-meter dash - fast, but not a burner. His current frame indicates that he'll be a true power back with decent pace as he fills out physically.
Christian was only a part-time starter as a junior - with four-star cornerback Ga'Quincy McKinstry carrying the load at running back - but is expected to be the bell cow during his senior year. As a junior, he ran 63 times for 451 yards (7.2 per carry) and four touchdowns. Pinson Valley is typically one of the state's top teams, but their 10-3 season ended with a disappointing loss in the state semifinals of Alabama's 6A bracket.
• See the Virginia Tech recruiting class and Rivals.com team recruiting rankings with Christian in the fold.
• Christian breaks down his commitment decision with Rivals.com Southeast Recruiting Analyst Chad Simmons.
• What will he bring on the field? Find out with a look at Christian's junior highlight reel.
• See what Christian's commitment will mean to the future of the 2021 recruiting class and the long-term prognosis for the Hokies.
• Talk about Christian's commitment and all things Hokies recruiting on our premium message board, The Gobbler.
Stay tuned for much more to come on Christian's commitment.
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