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College Football News / Gridiron Heroics / January 5
Penn State QB Ethan Grunkemeyer Expected to Reunite with James Franklin at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech looks set to land a quarterback who already knows the system. Ethan Grunkemeyer, the redshirt freshman who took over Penn State’s starting job after Drew Allar went down with a season-ending injury, is expected to transfer to the Hokies and reunite with James Franklin.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / January 5
Penn State Loss Spells Good News for Virginia Tech’s James Franklin
Penn State has its new starting quarterback for the 2026 season in Rocco Becht, but won't have Ethan Grunkemeyer as a depth option. Grunkemeyer entered the transfer portal on Friday, and it didn't take long for him to find his next home.
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Steelers Coach Leaving to Join James Franklin's Staff
The coaching changes are already beginning for the Pittsburgh Steelers. With their regular season coming to a close, the conversation surrounding their
College Football News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / January 1
Grading the Recent Hires To James Franklin's Virginia Tech Coaching Staff
It has been a busy first few months for James Franklin in Blacksburg and it is about to get a whole lot busier with the transfer portal set to open tomorrow.
College Football News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / December 30
Virginia Tech Tight End Zeke Wimbush Opts to Enter The Transfer Portal
With the transfer portal opening on Friday, there is going to be a lot of movement in both directions for several programs. Virginia Tech is going to be one of the most interesting teams to watch with James Franklin now in charge of the program.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / December 29
Which Positions From Virginia Tech Football Have Seen The Most Attrition In The Portal So Far?
Virginia Tech football is bracing for what promises to be a transformational offseason. Following a campaign marked by inconsistency and an eventual coaching change, the 2026 roster picture is being reshaped by the transfer portal.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / December 29
What Positions Will the Hokies Address the Most in the Transfer Portal?
The transfer portal has been heating up over the last couple of weeks. Former five-star prospects at quarterback are looking for fresh starts. Dynamic defensive backs and linemen with plenty of years of eligibility remaining carry the perfect blend of experience and potential.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / December 26
Hughes: Dual-Threat or Pocket Passer? The Dilemma Around Virginia Tech's Plan At Quarterback
During his press conference on National Signing Day, new head coach James Franklin, fresh off officially signing on as Virginia Tech’s head whistle on Nov.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / December 22
Virginia Tech Wide Receiver Charlie O'Connor to Enter Transfer Portal
Virginia Tech has seen its second player under James Franklin’s tenure as head coach announce plans to enter the transfer portal. Wide receiver Charlie O’Connor announced his intention to explore transfer options, becoming the latest Hokie to seek a new opportunity elsewhere this offseason.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 22
ESPN Gives Grade For James Franklin Being Hired by Virginia Tech
The Virginia Tech Hokies are entering a new era for the program. The Hokies have hired James Franklin as the next head coach of the team. Franklin was hired a few weeks ago after spending 12 seasons as the head coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / December 20
Virginia Tech Offers Top Ranked Quarterback For The Class of 2027
On Dec. 20, 2025, top-ranked 2027 quarterback Elijah Haven took to Twitter to announce that James Franklin had reoffered him after previously giving him an offer back in September of this year.
College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / December 15
College football program receives multi-million dollar gift after coaching change
The college football coaching carousel is beginning to slow down as the 2026 offseason approaches. So far, no fewer than 18 different Power Four programs will have a new head coach in 2026.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 15
James Franklin, Virginia Tech Receive $20 Million Update After College Football Season
College football is increasingly resembling the NFL. The transfer portal functions similarly to free agency, while NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) agreements introduce another layer of complexity.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / December 13
Virginia Tech Football Retaining Multiple Assistant Coaches
James Franklin has begun shaping the foundation of his Virginia Tech coaching staff, and one of his first major decisions emphasizes continuity and recruiting strength.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / December 13
National Pundit Gives Virginia Tech A Brutally Honest Grade For Its 2025 Season
While the excitement might be off the charts for the James Franklin era in Blacksburg, that does not mean that the 2025 season is going to be looked back on fondly.
College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / December 11
USC Fans Won’t Know How to Feel as Five-Star Kemon Spell Reveals His Finalists
Five-star running back recruit Kemon Spell trimmed his recruitment to a final five, and USC Trojans fans may not know whether to feel encouraged or anxious after making the cut.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / December 11
Five Keys to Virginia Tech Being ACC Contenders in 2026
Virginia Tech enters the 2026 college football season with much different expectations than in recent years. With James Franklin in charge, the Hokies look to return to compete at the top of the ACC and compete for the ACC Championship, something they have not done since 2016.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Yardbarker / December 2
James Franklin helps Virginia Tech land another in-state four-star recruit
Virginia Tech Hokies' new head coach, James Franklin, is cooking on the recruiting trail in the days leading up to the early signing period.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Yardbarker / December 1
James Franklin brings elite in-state tackle Thomas Wilder back into the fold for Virginia Tech
Thomas Wilder was a big-time commitment for the Virginia Tech Hokies when he committed under former head coach Brent Pry.
College Football News / Field Level Media / December 1
Four-star QB Troy Huhn following James Franklin to Virginia Tech
Four-star quarterback Troy Huhn became the latest player to follow former Penn State head coach James Franklin to Virginia Tech, announcing his commitment to the Hokies' Class of 2026 Monday.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Yardbarker / December 1
James Franklin, Virginia Tech lose four-star QB commit Cole Bergeron after official visit
It's not uncommon for players who have already committed to change their minds when there's a regime change at a school, and that's exactly what new head coach James Franklin and the Virginia Tech Hokies are dealing with in the case of four-star quarterback Cole Bergeron from Lafayette, La.
College Football News / Field Level Media / November 22
Virginia Tech's James Franklin gets 5-year, $42M deal
New Virginia Tech football coach James Franklin's five-year contract is worth at least $41.75 million, according to documents released by the school. The deal disclosed on Friday is largely backloaded, with Franklin earning $6 million in 2026 and up to $13.25 million in the final year of the agreement in 2030.
Virginia Tech Hokies News / Larry Brown Sports / November 21
Interesting details emerge about James Franklin's contract with Virginia Tech
James Franklin is headed to Virginia Tech on a very interesting contract structure.
College Football News / Yardbarker / November 22
Terry Smith: James Franklin poses 'immediate threat' to Penn State
Although the two are close, it's worth noting that Smith is cognizant of the specific danger that Franklin poses to his old program.
College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 18
James Franklin agreed to make major change to his Penn State buyout
James Franklin made a major concession to Penn State before agreeing to become the new head coach at Virginia Tech.
College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 17
James Franklin has landed a new head coach job
James Franklin has landed a prominent new head coach job roughly a month after he was fired by Penn State. Franklin on Monday agreed to a deal to become the next head coach at Virginia Tech, according to multiple reports.
College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 15
James Franklin is being targeted for prominent head-coaching job
Former Penn State head coach James Franklin appears to have one job locked down if he wants it.
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