DQ Smith Gets Extra Year at Virginia Tech | College Basketball News

DQ Smith, a four-year South Carolina standout who went undrafted in 2026, is getting one more college season — thanks to a Louisiana court injunction — and he’s heading to Virginia Tech. With 45 starts, 228 tackles, five interceptions, and eleven pass breakups, Smith brings elite experience to the Hokies. His transfer came after a legal loophole opened doors for athletes suing the NCAA, while his former team’s coach declined to bring him back. The eligibility rules are still murky, but Smith’s path is clear: he’s playing again — just not where he left off. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c188b8d0857086c2