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James Franklin Era Begins With Virginia Tech’s 73-3 Domination

The James Franklin era at Virginia Tech couldn’t have started much better. The Hokies absolutely destroyed VMI 73-3 Saturday night at Lane Stadium, putting together a dominant performance in all three phases and immediately giving Virginia Tech fans a reason to believe this program could be headed in a completely different direction.

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Instant Takeaways From Virginia Tech's 73-3 Win Over VMI

Virginia Tech scored on the first drive of the James Franklin era, blocked a punt on VMI's first possession, and scored one snap later. Five and a half minutes in, it was 14-0.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 5

Virginia Tech Confidence Meter: How I Feel About the Hokies' Chances Against VMI

Last fall, William "Pop" Watson III was Virginia Tech's second-string quarterback, a redshirt sophomore with just two career starts to his name. Thursday

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 5

Virginia Tech vs VMI: Full Game Preview and Final Score Prediction For Tonight's Game

BLACKSBURG, Va. — For all of the chatter surrounding Virginia Tech's new-look roster entering Saturday's season opener, its first opponent presents a bit of intrigue of its own, though not on the scoreboard.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 4

Three Bold Predictions for Virginia Tech Football vs. VMI

BLACKSBURG, Va. — One day separates Virginia Tech football from its season opener against VMI — the first under head coach James Franklin. Ahead of the contest, here are three bold predictions I'll levy for the Hokies' opener against the Keydets.

College Football News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 4

Three Players to Watch on VMI's Offense vs. Virginia Tech

VMI's entire passing game against Idaho State last Saturday produced 11 yards on nine attempts. The Keydets ran it 52 times for 229. Head coach Ashley Ingram spent 16 years at Navy before going 16-6 in two seasons at Division II Carson-Newman, where his triple option finished fourth nationally in rushing at 265.8 yards per game.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / ESPN / September 4

At Virginia Tech, what does success look like for James Franklin?

In Blacksburg, the coach is closer to his family roots and will look to revive a program that has struggled for more than a decade.

Ethan Grunkemeyer News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 3

Saturday's Game vs VMI is Important for all of Virginia Tech's QBs, Not Just Ethan Grunkemeyer

BLACKSBURG, Va. — Saturday's contest will not be a barnburner. It will not be the kind of down-to-the-wire showdown that has fans gripped to their seats.

College Football News / College Football News / September 3

Virginia Tech vs VMI Prediction: James Franklin's Hokies Debut

Remembering that James Franklin was fired by Penn State in the middle of the season, it feels like it’s been a long, long time to wait for his debut at Virginia Tech.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 3

Three Keys To Watch For Virginia Tech Vs. VMI

BLACKSBURG, Va. — If you intend on tuning in for Saturday's contest for VMI and Virginia Tech expecting a close affair, you won't get it. Power Four opponents have won 125 consecutive games against FCS schools and Virginia Tech has not lost to an FCS school since James Madison in 2010 (JMU has sinced moved up to the FBS level).

Virginia Tech Hokies News / SwimSwam / September 3

2027 College Swimming Previews: #11 Virginia Tech Men Look To Climb with Return of Brendan Whitfield

By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam It’s that time of the year again. SwimSwam will be previewing the top 12 men’s and women’s teams (and then some) from the 2026 NCAA Championships.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 3

Three Biggest Points To Watch For Virginia Tech Ahead Of Week 1 Against VMI

Virginia Tech will officially begin the James Franklin era on Saturday night when the Hokies welcome VMI to Lane Stadium, ending an offseason that brought sweeping changes to nearly every corner of the program.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 3

Three Players to Watch on Virginia Tech's Defense vs. VMI

VMI threw for 11 yards last week. Not 11 completions. Eleven yards, on 9 attempts, in a 38-10 loss at Idaho State. So throw out the usual season-opener checklist for a defense.

College Football News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 2

Five Most Important Notes From James Franklin's Sept. 2 Media Availability

BLACKSBURG, Va. — Just over three days separate Virginia Tech football from its season opener against VMI on Sept. 5. On Wednesday afternoon, head coach James Franklin spoke to the media following practice.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 2

Ten Things to Know Before Virginia Tech's Season Opener vs. VMI

The last time Virginia Tech played VMI, Bruce Smith was a senior, and the two schools met in the Oyster Bowl in Norfolk. Saturday night closes a 42-year gap and opens the James Franklin era.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 2

Virginia Tech Women's Basketball Announces 2026-27 ACC Schedule

Virginia Tech women's basketball's ACC schedule for the 2026-27 season was publicized Wednesday afternoon, finalizing the full slate for the Hokies' upcoming campaign.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 2

What Does FPI Project For Virginia Tech Against VMI On Sept. 5?

BLACKSBURG, Va. — Three days now separate Virginia Tech from its season opener against VMI on Sept. 5. Ahead of the clash, ESPN's Football Power Index has offered a predictive metric as to how it projects the Hokies to do in Week 1 against the Keydets.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 2