Virginia Tech cornerback Kendall Fuller has season-ending surgery

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Preseason All-ACC cornerback Kendall Fuller of Virginia Tech will miss the remainder of the season after undergoing right knee surgery, Hokies coach Frank Beamer and trainer Mike Goforth announced.

"Kendall was very determined to compete as long as he could with this injury," Beamer said in a statement. "While we are all disappointed that he is sidelined for the remainder of the season, we know Kendall will approach his rehab with a positive attitude and will continue to contribute to our team with his knowledge and leadership.

Fuller, a junior, had appeared in three games this season with seven tackles, one pass breakup and one forced fumble. He was named a second-team all-America by USA TODAY Sports, FWAA, Walter Camp and Fox Sports last season.

"Kendall courageously attempted to play the first three games of the season with a torn meniscus that occurred during preseason camp in August," Goforth said. "After this past weekend's games, it was decided that surgery would be the best option moving forward, and Kendall will miss the remainder of the 2015 football season. The procedure was performed Tuesday morning and Kendall is expected to have a full recovery."

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