Overview
- Kaden Buchanan verbally committed to Virginia Tech on May 25, picking the Hokies over Kentucky and NC State.
- Buchanan said James Franklin’s energy and standards and assistant offensive line coach Jens Danielson’s development plan were key reasons for his choice.
- He is scheduled to take an official visit to Virginia Tech on May 29–31 and still has a June 12 official visit to Kentucky on his calendar.
- Buchanan is listed around 6-foot-4.5 to 6-foot-5 and roughly 330–332 pounds, has experience at tackle, guard and center, and is rated in the 247Sports composite near the top 500 in his class.
- The verbal pledge strengthens Virginia Tech’s 2027 recruiting momentum and class profile—reported near 20th nationally and third in the ACC—while Kentucky and NC State will move on to other offensive-line targets; the commitment remains non-binding until he signs.