... typically means that the wrestler is done at VT. I can't recall them ever honoring a senior who then came back the next year.

It makes me wonder if (i.e., pure speculation) - especially with the two incredible recruiting classes back to back - Robie had to have some tough discussions with a few guys about their share of the 9.9 scholarships if they chose to come back for another season. I'm sure the coaches would love to have any of these guys in the room next year, but maybe the scholarship allocation came into play. And at that point, those young men (and respective moms and dads) have to decide is they want to pay for another year of school when they've already locked up a degree and there is no guarantee that they will be starters.