As expected, Virginia Tech tight end Bucky Hodges is expected to enter the 2017 NFL Draft. According to Neil Stratton (@InsideTheLeague), Hodges has hired Lagardère Sports for his representation in the NFL Draft.

VTScoop has confirmed that Hodges signed with sports agent Joel Segal of Lagardère Sports on Friday morning.

During his career at Virginia Tech, the 6-foot 7-inch Hodges recorded 133 receptions for 1,747 yards. He scored 21 total touchdowns.

Hodges has one year of remaining eligibility at the collegiate level that he will forfeit to enter the NFL Draft.

(Want to stay up to date with the Virginia Tech Hokies? Sign up today for our FREE Hokies Newsletter!)

