Virginia Tech won't have to wait long to find out if it's secured its quarterback of the future. Jersey City (N.J.) St. Peter's Prep three-star Tahj Bullock will make his commitment this afternoon.

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Bullock toured Virginia Tech last weekend, and has taken coach guided "virtual visits" in the past, as well. Boston College, Rutgers, and Syracuse - all of which have ties to his talent-rich high school program - are among the programs the Hokies will have to beat out to secure his pledge.

The 6-3, 215-pounder was offered in the wake of the coaching staff losing a commitment from Texas four-star Dematrius Davis, and while he wasn't the only signal-caller offered at that time, he quickly emerged as Virginia Tech's top option. The No. 11 player in New Jersey and No. 13 dual-threat quarterback nationally, Bullock would certainly be more than just a consolation prize for the VT coaching staff.

With a pair of redshirt juniors, a redshirt sophomore, and a redshirt freshman on the Hokies roster - after the staff decided to forgo a Class of 2020 signee at the position - the need at the QB position is strong, and Bullock could be just the player to develop for a year or two before ascending to a multi-year starting role in the Orange and Maroon.

He has made many visits to Rutgers, however, as well as a spring trip to Syracuse, so the Hokies can't be simply assuming they have his commitment locked up. If they do secure him, though, a crucial piece of the 2021 class - and potentially added fortification for their improving profile recruiting the Garden State - could be in the fold.

If VT doesn't land him, the staff will re-evaluate its recruiting board for the second time in just a couple months before deciding a different path to take.

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