Fully healthy, Texas Tech WR Reggie Virgil ready for fall camp
RedRaiderSports caught up with Miami (OH) transfer wide receiver Reggie Virgil during Texas Tech media days to talk fall camp, gameday expectations, and some fun facts about his teammates.
The 6’3”, 190‑pound receiver from Apopka, Florida, is coming off a strong 2024 season in which 41 receptions were recorded for 816 yards and nine touchdowns at Miami (OH), averaging nearly 20 yards per catch with three 100‑yard games.
Virgil is expected to play a key role in Texas Tech’s offense as the Red Raiders gear up for the 2025 season.
How excited are you to play in Jones stadium?
“I’m going to be the last one out there, just staring and excited for what’s about to start.”
Whats the biggest crowd you have ever played in front of?
“I think the most I’ve played in front of was probably around 20 to 25 thousand people.”
What was your welcome to Lubbock moment?
“I’d say the windstorms are pretty bad, but you can always just get a car wash or something, right? But honestly, I didn’t know Lubbock got this cold. Nobody told me that! I figured January workouts would be warm — probably because I came from Ohio, where it’s freezing and snowing — but then it even snowed during spring ball. That threw me off. I was like, ‘Man, I left the cold. I’m not trying to play in more cold!’”
Were the facilities what ultimately sold you on choosing Texas Tech?
“Oh, for sure, because the ultimate goal is the NFL. A lot of people know there’s money here and all that, but that really wasn’t a big deal for me. My mom did a great job raising me, so I’ve never been someone who needed all that.
It was really about coming to Texas Tech and seeing the facilities. I’ve never seen anything like this. I know coaches and players in the NFL, and they’ve told me, ‘Bro, we don’t even have that.’ That stood out to me.
I’ll admit I haven’t always been as good at taking care of my body as I should be, and coming here was something I needed. With people like Mr. Mike and Ms. Erica, they’re going to make sure I’m doing everything the right way. If I haven’t had enough rest, they’ll put me on one of the recovery beds. If I need thermal treatment or anything else, they’ve got it.
Being able to come here was one of the biggest factors for me because my ultimate goal is the NFL, and Texas Tech has every resource to help get me there.”
What have you seen from Roy Alexander on the field, and what stands out about his game?
“Well, he’s just so smart — such a smart football player. Watching how he plays with leverage, how he times his breaks, and how clean his routes are, it’s impressive. He’s a big, solid guy, but he moves so well.
We always joke around and call him ‘Deebo,’ but the way he runs routes and already knows the offense is crazy. He’s even been able to teach me things, and I’ve been here longer than him.
Just seeing him make plays is fun because we’ve all put in so much work behind closed doors, and it shows when he’s out there.”
Based on conversations with your teammates, you seem to be a pretty vocal player when it comes to smack talk. Why do you talk so much out there?
“It’s just funny to me because at any school I’ve been at, I’ve always been cool with the DBs. So being able to mess with them is fun, because I know they know I’m good, and I want to bring out their best.
When I’m talking to guys like Dontae and Mo, I know they probably get sick of me, but I’m always going to talk to them and push them. It’s like a partnership — you give me your best, I give you mine, and we both get better. Then when Saturday comes, both of us are unstoppable.”
Rapid fire questions.
Best dressed – Himself and not the self proclaimed best dressed John Carlos Miller
Worst dressed – Quinten Joyner, Amier Washington, and Ansel Nedore
Best dancer – Terrance Carter Jr and Himself
Favorite restaurant – Hook and Reel, Ground Zero, and Whataburger
Who trash talks most (defensive) – Romello Height, Skylar GIll-Howard
Best jewelry – Davion Carter or Dontae Balfour
If you got stuck in an apartment and could only pick one teammate to be stuck with, who are you picking and why? – “Roy. People don’t know, but Roy is funny, bro. And he knows how to cook, so we’d be good. Roy’s gonna cook? He’s gonna do all the lady things — cook, clean, all of it — while I just chill. He’s like little bro, so yeah, we’re gonna make him do all that stuff.”
Overall thoughts
Reggie Virgil is the definition of a professional when it comes to his work ethic and approach to the game of football. That mindset can largely be credited to his relationship with his mother, who has helped keep him grounded, focused, and humble throughout his journey.
Now entering his final year of college football, Virgil has the tools to be one of the most dynamic wide receivers in the Big 12 — and maybe even the country. His size, athleticism, and big‑play ability make him a matchup nightmare, and his leadership is already being felt inside the locker room.
For Texas Tech, his arrival isn’t just about adding another weapon to the offense — it’s about bringing in a player whose drive and professionalism set the tone for the entire team. Virgil’s passion for the game continues to push him toward greatness, and Red Raider fans should be excited to see just how much of an impact he can make this season in Lubbock.
