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Scores twice in OT thriller Heath notched four receptions (on eight targets) for 64 yards and two touchdowns during Friday's 42-34 overtime win against California.

Impact Heath commanded a 44 percent target share, and while he reeled in only half of his eight targets, he notched his first career multi-touchdown game. The wideout has caught three or more passes in three straight games, and he's logged 145 receiving yards and three scores during that stretch.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kyron Drones, Virginia Tech eke out win over Cal in 2 OTs Kyron Drones threw a 7-yard touchdown pass to Takye Heath in the second overtime, then ran for a two-point conversion, and Virginia Tech hel...

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Kyron Drones leads Virginia Tech over California 42-34 in double OT

Kyron Drones threw a touchdown pass in the second overtime before running for the two-point conversion and Virginia rallied last in a 42-34 victory over California

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores in Week 6 Heath reeled in 3 of 4 targets for 23 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 30-23 loss to Wake Forest.

Impact Heath missed three straight games due to injury before returning in Week 5, where he caught both of his targets. His production increased against Wake Forest, logging season highs in receptions and receiving yards while notching his first touchdown of the campaign. Stuck behind Ayden Greene and Donavon Greene in a run-first offense, Heath will have a hard time earning enough looks from Kyron Drones to be fantasy relevant.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hokies on wrong side of another one-score game Takye Heath is back, the offensive line has another combination and freshmen playing.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • NEWSADVANCE.COM

Makes return Saturday Heath (undisclosed) caught all two targets for two yards during Saturday's 23-21 win against North Carolina State.

Impact Heath made his return to action after missing each of the team's previous three games with an undisclosed injury. The 5-foot-10 receiver was held quiet on the day, catching his only two targets for just two yards against NC State. His next opportunity will come when the Hokies host Wake Forest next week.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted with second offense Heath (knee) was seen running with the second-team offense in the warmups before Saturday's contest against NC State, Andy Bitter of Tech Sidelines reports.

Impact Both Heath and Terion Stewart were spotted running with the twos in warmups, meaning they're not likely to start. Plus, Heath's brace on his left knee suggests he's not fully healthy for this contest. A final call on his status will be made closer to the 7 p.m. ET kickoff.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Officially a game-time call Heath (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Virginia Tech's game against NC State.

Impact Heath was listed as probable for the Hokies, and it appears the receiver will take this decision all the way to kickoff. Heath hasn't played since the opener against South Carolina, when he caught two passes for 10 yards. If he suits up, he figures to be a factor in Virginia Tech's passing attack.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Heath (undisclosed) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against N.C. State, R. Cory Smith of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Heath has not appeared in a game since the opener and seems to be trending towards a return. He'll look to get reinvolved right away after having four targets to begin the season.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Heath (undisclosed) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against N.C. State, R. Cory Smith of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Heath has not appeared in a game since the opener and seems to be trending towards a return. He'll look to get reinvolved right away after having four targets to begin the season.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Heath (undisclosed) remains out for Virginia Tech's clash with Wofford in Week 4, per Andy Bitter of Tech Sidelines.

Impact Heath hasn't played since the opener when he caught two passes for 10 yards. The wideout's injury is currently unknown, but whatever us ailing him will keep him out at least one more week. He'll get his next chance to suit up when the Hokies face NC State in Week 5.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records second-week DNP Heath (undisclosed) did not play during Virginia Tech's 44-20 loss Saturday against Vanderbilt.

Impact During the 2025 NCAA season's first week, Heath logged more than 40 snaps, so him recently recording zero is surprising. In place of him, Virginia Tech's starting lineup added Cameron Seldon.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records second-week DNP Heath (undisclosed) did not play during Virginia Tech's 44-20 loss Saturday against Vanderbilt.

Impact During the 2025 NCAA season's first week, Heath logged more than 40 snaps, so him recently recording zero is surprising. In place of him, Virginia Tech's starting lineup added Cameron Seldon.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Takye Heath fought through growing pains and adversity. Now he's the Hokies' starting slot receiver BLACKSBURG — Takye Heath finally spent a summer “just being where my feet are.”

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • NEWSADVANCE.COM

Records multiple receptions Heath (undisclosed) logged two receptions (on four targets) for 10 yards during Virginia Tech's 24-11 loss Saturday at South Carolina.

Impact In terms of receiving stats, Heath's 2025 is already better than his 2024. During it, he logged five receiving yards, all from one reception. The wide receiver also recorded six rushing yards, 11 all-purpose. Heath's 2025 season is only one yard short of 11 all-purpose yards.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as starter Heath (undisclosed) is listed as a starter for the Hokies' upcoming game Sunday at South Carolina, Andy Bitter of Tech Sidelines reports.

Impact It looks like Heath will be available for the 2025 Hokies' first game, and even better for him, as a starter. If given that role, he should log more than his 2024 season's one target and one reception, which got him five yards.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with minor tweak Heath is dealing with a minor tweak, Evan G. Watkins of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact The injury type of Heath's minor tweak is unknown, but it explains why he recently sat out for Virginia Tech. The wide receiver turns questionable for VT's season opener at South Carolina on Aug. 31.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy for spring ball Heath (undisclosed) is healthy for Virginia Tech's spring practice period, Andy Bitter of Tech Sidelines reports.

Impact Heath missed six of the Hokies' final nine games with an injury, but he's apparently back at practice for Virginia Tech. The wideout caught one pass for five yards in his freshman season.

MARCH 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Georgia Tech Heath (undisclosed) didn't play in Virginia Tech's win over Georgia Tech Saturday.

Impact Heath popped up on the injury report Wednesday with an undisclosed injury, which ended up holding him out Saturday's contest. He will look to make his return next week versus Syracuse.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Wednesday Heath (undisclosed) didn't practice for Virginia Tech on Wednesday, Kolby Crawford of 247Sports reports.

Impact Heath has barely been involved this season, reeling in just one catch for five yards. The redshirt freshman is now in danger of missing more time this fall.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in Saturday game Heath (undisclosed) logged five snaps during Virginia Tech's 31-7 win Saturday at Stanford.

Impact Now, Heath's next objective is to log a reception and some yards, both of which he recorded before an undisclosed problem took him out of action. The wideout's catch was for five yards.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Full participant in practice Heath (undisclosed) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice and should be probable to face Stanford on Saturday, Damien Sordelett of The Roanoke Times reports.

Impact Heath didn't play against Miami in the Hokies' previous contest, but it seems he might be available to feature against Stanford to add depth to the passing game. That said, he's not likely to play a prominent role since he has only one catch on two appearances.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing vs. Miami Heath (undisclosed) won't play against Miami on Friday, Damien Sordelett of The Roanoke Times reports.

Impact The reasons for Heath's absence are unclear, but he's going to be sidelined for this contest. His next chance to feature will come against Stanford on Oct. 5. Heath hasn't made a huge impact in the passing game, as he has only one catch on two appearances.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Part of depth chart Heath (undisclosed) is part of Virginia Tech's depth chart, Damien Sordelett of The Roanoke Times reports.

Impact Virginia Tech's depth chart has Heath listed as a reserve wideout under Jaylin Lane. The former will take whatever he can for now, having sat out a lot due to multiple injuries.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dressed but running on the side Heath (undisclosed) was dressed but running on the side during Wednesday's practice, Andy Bitter of Tech Sidelines reports.

Impact This is the first that has been disclosed of a possible injury for Heath, which could mean that he was off to the side for precautionary measures. More information should be disclosed in the coming days on the type of injury and his ability to play next Saturday against Vanderbilt.

AUGUST 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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