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Simulation Projects Hokies’ 2026 Season of Promise and Pitfalls

Using EA Sports' College Football 27, the simulation shows Virginia Tech opening with a seven‑game winning streak, key performances from quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer and running back Marcellous Hawkins, a mid‑season setback against SMU, and a Holiday Bowl defeat, while Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss wins the Heisman and Virginia reaches the playoff.

Jul 7, 2026

James Franklin’s Return to Virginia Tech: A Coach’s Second Chance

Former Penn State coach James Franklin nearly quit football after his firing, but encouragement from his wife, agent, and close friend Brent Pry, along with Virginia Tech’s new financial commitment, led him to accept the Hokies’ job and install Pry as defensive coordinator, aiming for a swift resurgence.

Jul 7, 2026

Flames’ Youthful Surge Prepares for a Pivotal Season

The Calgary Flames have transformed over the last few years, shedding veterans while building one of the richest prospect bases in a decade. With a development camp full of recent draft picks and several key players poised to make their NHL debut, the upcoming season is being framed as an audition for the next generation.

Jul 6, 2026

Michal Menet: The Final Keeper of Penn State’s No. 62 Legacy

Michal Menet, the last Penn State football player to wear No. 62, rose from a five‑star recruit to a two‑time All‑Big Ten guard, leading the team through a pandemic season before earning a seventh‑round selection by the Arizona Cardinals.

Jul 6, 2026

Penn State’s 2026 Roster Relies on Experience Amid PFF Oversight

Pro Football Focus omitted every Penn State player from its 2026 top‑50 rankings, highlighting the team's dependence on veteran talent. With opening game against Marshall at Beaver Stadium, a core group of returning starters is poised to drive the Nittany Lions' offense and defense.

Jul 5, 2026

Baker’s Shift Sets the Stage for Texas’ Title Push

Texas Longhorns junior offensive lineman Brandon Baker is transitioning from right tackle to right guard, a move that could elevate him to one of the SEC's top interior linemen and help the program chase its first national title in over two decades.

Jul 5, 2026

A Playmaker Emerges in Toronto

Gavin McKenna’s hockey sense, playmaking flair and drive to improve dominated the Leafs’ development camp, drawing praise from coaches, teammates and assistant GM Hayley Wickenheiser.

Jul 5, 2026