The finer details: Caleb Woodson’s approach to athletics

“Virginia Tech was my first offer under [the] recruiting process,” said Woodson. “I would say that had a big thing to do with [my decision] because I had a relationship with these coaches before any other coaches.” 

Woodson’s relationship with the Hokie coaches, combined with his proximity to family in Haymarket, led to his decision. “I can hop in the car for three and a half hours and get [home],” reflected the linebacker.  

In his first season in Blacksburg, he recorded 22 tackles, over half being solo efforts, along with 1.5 tackles for loss and a quarterback hurry. Woodson saw a significant leap in his second year, posting a team-second-highest 72 tackles (26 solo) and 7.5 TFLs. He attributed the jump to a number of changes, but none more important than his change from outside to inside linebacker.  

“I actually moved inside…that was a hard move for me, but a good move,” said Woodson. “I’m starting to flourish and take it to the next level.” 

Film breakdown also allowed him to see his game grow to a high level. Leave it to Woodson, an athlete with experience in the pool, to analyze his film with a level of precision and technicality that separates him from the rest.  

“The film was a big thing for me,” Woodson elaborated. “…Learning how to really dissect and watch film [to] get a key on what other teams were trying to attack.”