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A focused overhaul of the place kicker, punter and long snapper positions, led by returning veterans and a veteran coaching staff, seeks to re‑establish the Hokies’ special‑team edge.
Virginia Tech enters the 2026 season with a seasoned special teams group, anchored by returning kicker John Love, punter Nathan Totten and long snapper Christian Epling, while the return game remains the primary uncertainty.
The Hokies boast a historic nine selections on Phil Steele’s preseason All-ACC team, underscoring high expectations for head coach James Franklin’s squad.
Virginia Tech’s football program is buzzing ahead of the 2026 campaign, highlighted by a top‑ranked recruiting class, a wave of transfer portal additions and a host of preseason All‑ACC selections.