In a major recruiting victory for Virginia Tech, four-star quarterback Peter Bourque has officially committed to the Hokies, choosing them over SEC powerhouse Georgia and Big Ten contender Penn State. The announcement, first reported by Rivals' Hayes Fawcett, marks one of the biggest recruiting wins for head coach James Franklin's program in Blacksburg.

Bourque, a 6-foot-4, 220-pound standout from Hingham (Mass.) Tabor Academy, is ranked as the No. 82 overall prospect and the No. 7 quarterback in the 2027 class according to the Rivals Industry Ranking. He also holds the distinction of being the top-ranked player in Massachusetts, making him a coveted talent nationwide.

The blue-chip passer originally committed to Michigan but reopened his recruitment nearly three months ago following coaching changes in Ann Arbor. Virginia Tech's new staff wasted no time entering the fray, quickly building a strong connection with Bourque. He visited campus last month and was immediately impressed by the program's direction.

"I'm super close to that staff. I have a great relationship with Daniel O'Brien and Coach Franklin," Bourque told Rivals' Steve Wiltfong, highlighting the personal bonds that sealed the deal.

The battle for Bourque was intense, with coaches from Virginia Tech, Georgia, and Penn State all watching him throw earlier this week. The Hokies' aggressive approach on the NIL front, combined with Bourque's strong relationships with head coach James Franklin and offensive coordinator Danny O'Brien, ultimately tipped the scales in their favor. Wiltfong noted that Bourque "likes the direction of the offense and trajectory of the program."

With Bourque's commitment, Virginia Tech's 2027 recruiting class now ranks No. 18 in the Rivals Industry Team Recruiting Rankings. For Hokies fans, this is a statement win that signals the program's growing momentum on the national stage.