McDonald twins enter transfer portal

BLACKSBURG, Va. – Virginia Tech defensive end Jorden McDonald and linebacker Jayden McDonald have entered the NCAA transfer portal, concluding their tenures with the Hokies after four seasons.​

Jorden appeared in 32 games for Virginia Tech, recording 11 tackles, including 2.5 for loss and 1.5 sacks. With one year of eligibility remaining, McDonald is expected to seek a more prominent role.

Jayden, also a redshirt senior, appeared in 25 games making 8 starts--racking up 50 tackles and 1 sack during his time in Blacksburg.

The McDonald twins initially committed to Louisiana-Monroe before flipping to Virginia Tech in December 2020.