DQ Smith Joins Virginia Tech Defense | South Carolina Gamecocks Football News

DQ Smith, a four-year South Carolina standout with over 200 tackles and a TD interception, is headed to Virginia Tech — eligible to play in 2026 thanks to a Louisiana court ruling and avoiding the NFL draft. He’ll start practicing Tuesday, joining a Hokies secondary already leading the nation in defensive snaps under new coach James Franklin. With VMI as their opener on Sept. 5, Smith’s veteran presence could be a game-changer for a defense hungry for cohesion and depth. 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/96a6107735d227e8