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

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

James Franklin gave Maryland its scouting report himself. "I think the combination of Grunk, Q, and Luke is problematic," the Virginia Tech head coach said after the Hokies beat Old Dominion 44-21.

James Franklin News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 17

Notes and Quotes from James Franklin's Sept. 16 Media Availability

BLACKSBURG, Va. — Two days from now, Virginia Tech football will contest Maryland in SECU Stadium in College Park, Md., looking for its first non-conference Power Four victory since the 2017 opener vs.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 16

ACC Unveils Virginia Tech's 2027 Conference Opponents

The ACC revealed Virginia Tech football's ACC opponents for the 2027 season. Here's a look at how it plays out, home and away: Home: Clemson, Miami, NC

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 16
Virginia Tech's Five Most Important Players Through Two Games

Virginia Tech's Five Most Important Players Through Two Games

Thirty-two tackles for loss. Twelve sacks. Through two weeks, no defense in the country has more of either than Virginia Tech's. It's the loudest number from the Hokies' first 2-0 start since 2021.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 16

FPI Predicts Virginia Tech's Week 3 Matchup With Maryland

BLACKSBURG, Va. — After thrashing its first two opponents by a combined 117-24 margin, Virginia Tech football faces a significant step up in competition this week when it travels to College Park, Md., to take on Maryland.

College Football News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 16

Week Three ACC Power Rankings: Where does Virginia Tech sit following its 2-0 start?

The ACC went 12-1 in week two, including a combined 4-1 against other Power conferences, and the rankings have had some minor changes since last week's edition.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 15
Glass Half Full or Half Empty? Breaking Down Some of the Minutiae Behind Virginia Tech's 2-0 Start

Glass Half Full or Half Empty? Breaking Down Some of the Minutiae Behind Virginia Tech's 2-0 Start

BLACKSBURG — Virginia Tech football will search for its first 3-0 start since 2017 when it travels to College Park to challenge Maryland on Saturday. The Hokies haven't won a nonconference game against a Power Four opponent since that same season, when they defeated West Virginia at FedEx Field in Landover, Md.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 15

Updated Game-by-Game Win Probabilities for Virginia Tech After 44-21 Win Over ODU

BLACKSBURG — Two games into the James Franklin era, Virginia Tech remains unbeaten. The Hokies followed their 73-3 dismantling of VMI with a 44-21 victory over Old Dominion on Saturday, moving to 2-0 for the first time since 2021.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 15
Bowl Projections For Virginia Tech Football After Week 2

Bowl Projections For Virginia Tech Football After Week 2

Virginia Tech is 2-0 for the first time since 2021 and picked up 11 points in Sunday's AP poll without cracking the top 25. Two weeks into the James Franklin era, five projections from four national outlets have the Hokies in four different bowl games.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 15
ACC Names Virginia Tech's Luke Reynolds, DE Mylachi Williams Players of the Week

ACC Names Virginia Tech's Luke Reynolds, DE Mylachi Williams Players of the Week

Two Virginia Tech players made this week's ACC Player of the Week list: tight end Luke Reynolds (Jr.) and defensive end Mylachi Williams (Jr.). Reynolds, who transferred to Virginia Tech after two seasons at Penn State, logged career-highs in receiving yards (108), receptions (eight), yards per catch (13.5) and receiving touchdowns (two).

James Franklin News / Larry Brown Sports / September 15
James Franklin has a bizarrely petty moment with a reporter

James Franklin has a bizarrely petty moment with a reporter

James Franklin is apparently a big stickler for pleasantries. The Virginia Tech head coach Franklin had a press conference with reporters on Monday. At one point, Franklin received a question from Michael Howes of The Baltimore Sun.

James Franklin News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 14
The Biggest Decision James Franklin Got Right vs. Old Dominion

The Biggest Decision James Franklin Got Right vs. Old Dominion

BLACKSBURG — There are times when a head coach's best decision is one that comes before kickoff. Other times, it's recognizing what is happening over the course of a game and adjusting accordingly.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 13
HUGHES: Virginia Tech's First Two Clashes Helpful For Confidence, Though Week 3 Will Provide First Measuring Stick

HUGHES: Virginia Tech's First Two Clashes Helpful For Confidence, Though Week 3 Will Provide First Measuring Stick

BLACKSBURG — Virginia Tech's two clashes thus far have come against opponents that enter Week 3 ranked at No. 96 and No. 408. While that doesn't make either win any less meaningful, it does help to put it in perspective.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 13
PFF Grades and Snap Counts From Virginia Tech's 44-21 Week 2 Victory Over Old Dominion

PFF Grades and Snap Counts From Virginia Tech's 44-21 Week 2 Victory Over Old Dominion

BLACKSBURG — Virginia Tech football romped to a 34-6 halftime lead and despite a less-than-spectacular second half, emerged with a 44-21 victory over Old Dominion in Week 2.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 13
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly From Virginia Tech's 44-21 Win Over Old Dominion

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly From Virginia Tech's 44-21 Win Over Old Dominion

Que'Sean Brown fielded a punt at his own 20 in the second quarter, found the left sideline, and ran 79 yards before a Monarch dragged him down at the 1.

James Franklin News / EasySportz / September 12
Virginia Tech Starts 2-0 in the James Franklin Era With Dominant Win

Virginia Tech Starts 2-0 in the James Franklin Era With Dominant Win

The James Franklin era at Virginia Tech is off to a perfect start. The Hokies defeated Old Dominion 44-21 on Saturday at Lane Stadium, improving to 2-0 and giving Franklin his second victory as Virginia Tech’s head coach.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 10

What Can James Franklin's Record Against In-State Foes Tell Us About Saturday's Game?

James Franklin is gearing up for his 15th matchup as a program's head coach against opponents within the state lines, contests that have usually swung in Franklin's favor, with an 11-3 record following the victory over VMI.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / ACC Digital Network / August 31
Virginia Tech Hokies News / ACC Digital Network / August 31
Virginia Tech Hokies News / ACC Digital Network / August 31

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