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AUGUST 26, 2025 • Associated Press

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AUGUST 23, 2025 • SI.COM

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AUGUST 19, 2025 • Associated Press

With Drones as starting QB, Watson and Rangel aim to 'thrive off competition' for Hokies Tech’s top three quarterbacks enter the season with starting experience. Kyron Drones has started 20 games over the last two seasons, Pop Wa...

AUGUST 11, 2025 • DAILYPROGRESS.COM

With Drones as starter, Watson and Rangel aim to 'thrive off competition' for Hokies Tech’s top three quarterbacks enter the season with starting experience. Kyron Drones has started 20 games over the last two seasons, Pop Wa...

AUGUST 10, 2025 • NEWSADVANCE.COM

Stands out in return to practice Drones had a strong start to fall camp, Evan Watkins of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Drones underwent surgery in the spring so missed much of that period, but is now back healthy. He surprised head coach Brent Pry with how good he looked after coming off that surgery, with Pry praising Drones' rhythm and consistency. He will be fully ready to go come Week 1.

AUGUST 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

After offseason surgery, Hokies QB Kyron Drones is 'back now' “I’m doing everything I can and not trying to push it too fast, but doing everything I can to get back,” Drones said. "And I'm back now."

JULY 25, 2025 • DAILYPROGRESS.COM

Expected back in June Drones is expected to return to 100 percent by June, Andy Bitter of Tech Sidelines reports.

Impact Drones experienced soreness during practices due to an undisclosed medical issue, ultimately leading to the decision to undergo surgery. Head Coach Brent Pry declined to go into specifics about Drones' injury, and was unwilling to confirm if it was related to Drones' past MCL, stress fracture or turf toe injuries. Given his timetable, there shouldn't be any concern for his week one status against South Carolina.

APRIL 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Virginia Tech Starting QB Kyron Drones Ruled Out for Rest of Spring Practice Drones is scheduled to have a “minor medical procedure” and will miss the rest of spring practice.

APRIL 5, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Will miss the remainder of spring Drones will miss the remainder of Virginia Tech's spring practice period, per Brandon Marcello of 247Sports.com.

Impact According to a statement released to the media, Drones is "scheduled to have a minor medical procedure and we've made the decision to hold him out for the remainder of spring practice." It adds that the Hokies fully expect their starting gunslinger to return for summer workouts. Still, it's unclear what the injury is at this time. Drones' absence should open the door for William Watson to receive more reps.

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out for Mayo Bowl Drones (knee, toe) won't be available for Virginia Tech in the Duke's Mayo Bowl against Minnesota, Andy Bitter of Tech Sidelines reports.

Impact Drones was widely expected not to be available for this game considering he's juggling an MCL issue, turf toe and a stress fracture. It was reported that Drones got a little bit of work during bowl practices, but it clearly wasn't enough for the coaching staff to feel comfortable trotting him out as a starter. The Hokies will go with William Watson as their starter, with Collin Schlee backing him up on Friday night.

JANUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Juggling various ailments Drones is dealing with an MCL, a stress fracture and turf toe, Damien Sordelett of The Roanoke Times reports.

Impact The quarterback was reportedly able to get some throws in during the Hokies' bowl game practice, but the quarterback remains doubtful to play against Minnesota on Jan. 3. If Drones can't go Colin Schlee or William Watson figures to get the start for Virginia Tech.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to appear in bowl game Drones (undisclosed) is not expected to suit up for the Duke's Mayo Bowl on Jan. 3, Andy Bitter of Tech Sidelines reports.

Impact Drones has missed the last two games with an undisclosed injury, and he is unlikely to make a return for the Hokies' matchup against the Golden Gophers in the Duke's Mayo Bowl. The 6-foot-2 redshirt junior appeared in nine games this season, throwing for 1,562 yards (136-of-224), 10 touchdowns and six interceptions, adding on 337 yards and six scores with his legs. Drones announced his intentions to rejoin Virgina Tech during the 2024-25 season, but it either Collin Schlee (undisclosed) or William Watson will likely get the start for the Hokies against Minnesota.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Virginia Tech QB Kyron Drones, backup staying with Hokies Starting quarterback Kyron Drones and backup William "Pop" Watson III will return to West Virginia next season, the school announced Friday....

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • WATAUGADEMOCRAT.COM

Virginia Tech Football: What Does Kyron Drones' Return Mean for the Hokies in 2025? In Brent Pry’s press conference following his offseason staff changes which included the firing of defensive coordinator Chris Marve and off...

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • SI.COM

Virginia Tech Football: Hokies QB's Kyron Drones and Pop Watson Will Return in 2025 Blacksburg, Vir — On Friday morning, Virginia Tech head coach Brent Pry announced that quarterbacks Kyron Drones and Pop Watson will return...

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • SI.COM

Returning to Blacksburg Drones will return to Virginia Tech in 2025, On3.com reports.

Impact Drones missed four of the Hokies' final five games of the season, causing a statistical dip from the quarterback. Still, he had a solid 2024 campaign, finishing with 1,562 yards, 10 touchdowns and six interceptions while completing 60.7 percent of his passes. He also rushed for 337 yards and six scores. The quarterback will run it back with Virginia Tech for his redshirt senior season.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Virginia Drones (undisclosed) will not play in Saturday's matchup against Virginia, Damien Sordelett of The Roanoke Times reports.

Impact Drones was not observed participating in pregame warmups, indicating he is not expected to suit up for this contest. The redshirt junior quarterback completed 60.7 percent of his passes for 1,562 yards, 10 touchdowns and six interceptions while rushing 98 times for 337 yards and six scores across nine games.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not in line to start Drones (undisclosed) is expected to move to the bench during Saturday's game against Virginia, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Drones is expected to sit for the Hokies with William Watson expected to start under center against the Cavaliers. Drones saw the field in nine games this season, totaling 1,562 passing yards (136-of-224), 10 touchdowns and six interceptions, adding on 337 yards and six touchdowns on the ground. Collin Schlee (undisclosed) is also questionable for the contest, but he would not start ahead of Watson even if he is available.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 14 Drones (undisclosed) remains in injury protocol ahead of Saturday's game against Virginia, Damien Sordelett of The Roanoke Times reports.

Impact Drones is in danger of missing a second-consecutive game after sitting out against Duke in Week 13. The 6-foot-2 redshirt junior continues to deal with an undisclosed injury that has limited his practice load this week. Drones has tossed for 1,562 yards (136-of-224), 10 touchdowns and six interceptions across nine games, adding on 337 yards and six scores with his legs. With Collin Schlee (undisclosed) also questionable for the contest after suffering an injury against Duke, it is worth noting that William Watson in the Hokies' third option at quarterback heading into the week.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Duke Drones (undisclosed) is out against Duke, Andy Bitter of Tech Sidelines reports.

Impact Drones was absent from early warmups, and the now the quarterback officially won't be able to go. The Hokies are set to turn to Colin Schlee as their starting gunslinger.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from early warmups Drones (undisclosed) isn't partaking in Virginia Tech's early warm-ups, Damien Sordelett of The Roanoke Times reports.

Impact Drones isn't warming up with the rest of the Hokies, but it's worth noting that these are the early warm-ups before pads come on. This obviously isn't the best sign for the quarterback's availability, but he'll remain firmly questionable for now.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Drones (undisclosed) isn't practicing for Virginia Tech, Kolby Crawford of 247Sports reports.

Impact Drones was deemed questionable on Tuesday, and now his status has been throw further into question given that he was absent from the Hokies' practice on Wednesday. The quarterback still has a shot to play Saturday against Duke, but if he's unable to go, Collin Schlee should get his second start of the season.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Head coach Brent Pry labeled Drones (undisclosed) questionable for Saturday's game versus Duke, Damien Sordelett of The Roanoke Times reports.

Impact Drones had a bye week to rest what has plagued him between Weeks 11 and 12, but it appears his status for Week 13 hasn't been solidified as of yet. The star quarterback's availability may not be solidified until the team takes the field for warmups Saturday, with Collin Schlee presumably set to start if Drones can't go.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not dressed in practice Drones (undisclosed) wasn't dressed for Virginia Tech's practice on Tuesday, Kolby Crawford of 247Sports reports.

Impact Drones was taken out of last week's loss to Clemson after throwing a pick, but it now appears as though the gunslinger is dealing with an injury as well. His status will be worth monitoring all week, but if he's unable to go after the bye week, Colin Schlee should assume his role as the top gunslinger in Blacksburg.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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