The University of Central Florida (UCF) has secured a commitment from transfer defensive end Daylan Dotson, who recorded impressive stats at UT Martin last season. Meanwhile, Virginia Tech (VT) has added Kelvin Gilliam, a defensive tackle transfer from Oklahoma, as part of their efforts to strengthen the team's defensive line. Gilliam, a former standout at Highland Springs, is seen as a valuable addition to the Hokies' roster. The commitment of Gilliam represents a significant move for VT, with the team also welcoming other transfers to bolster its defensive line.
Kelvin Gilliam’s commitment Wednesday bolsters a long-overdue Highland Springs presence on #Hokies’ roster. @gohshsfootball ⬇️ https://t.co/xyqKaUTD5n
With @DamienSordelett on @Kelvin_Gilliam2's commitment to #Hokies. "He’s going to be an asset to the community and to the culture that they’re trying to build." https://t.co/2r8r5pYqxr
From @ByDavidTeel and I // Kevin Gilliam wanted a change of scenery after 3 years at Oklahoma and the #Hokies offered an opportunity to play. “I thought it all made sense to come back home and join them.” More on Gilliam and his decision to transfer. https://t.co/WL1ZSSL7nf
The #Hokies continued bolstering the interior of the defensive line with the commitment of Oklahoma transfer Kelvin Gilliam. The former Highland Springs standout is the third DT brought in this offseason. Also, reserve IOL Jack Hollifield entered portal. https://t.co/WL1ZSSL7nf
"Pry said this week that he expects another transfer acquisition Thursday. That could very well be Oklahoma defensive tackle Kelvin Gilliam, the 2020-21 Gatorade Virginia player of the year from Highland Springs." Sure enough ... https://t.co/0Z6MiBaoIH
Former Sooners DL Kelvin Gilliam lands at Virginia Tech via the portal. https://t.co/WPqZIWTAw5
The #Hokies add more DT help, with Kelvin Gilliam announcing his commitment, coming from Oklahoma. That's three tackles leaving (Norell Pollard, Mario Kendricks and Pheldarius Payne) and three coming in (Aeneas Peebles, Kemari Copleand and Gilliam). https://t.co/TVlw2itCky
#Hokies get a commitment from Oklahoma DT transfer Kelvin Gilliam. He's from Highland Springs and was the No. 107 player in the 2021 class. More interior help for VT, with Aeneas Peebles and Kemari Copeland. https://t.co/lrDvqHgG3y
#UCF lands a commitment from transfer DE Daylan Dotson (UT Martin), who finished with 51 tackles, including 19.5 tackles for loss, 7 sacks and 17 quarterback hurries last season. Bookmark to keep track of all the latest transfer moves. https://t.co/jOsHGkp8Az https://t.co/t82fML9P1W