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After a 3‑9 season and the departure of Brent Pry, Virginia Tech hired James Franklin. The coach brought in transfers Ethan Grunkemeyer, Bryce Baker, Troy Huhn and Peter Bourque, while ESPN predicts a potential playoff run despite a tough schedule.
James Franklin's move to Virginia Tech brings a $41.75 million contract and a $229 million athletics budget, while Penn State welcomes Iowa State's Rocco Becht and a top-five transfer class under new head coach Matt Campbell.
Virginia's high school football scene is buzzing with elite talent in the 2027 class, as top prospects announce commitments and schedule visits to major college programs.
The Atlantic Coast Conference’s preseason power rankings have been released, and the narrative is already taking shape. At the top of the list sits the University of Miami, a program that has ridden a wave of momentum into the 2026 campaign.
Four‑star running back Gary Walker announced his commitment to Clemson on Tuesday, choosing the Tigers over Florida, Florida State and Penn State. The decision marks a major boost for the ACC program and reshapes the 2027 class.
In a surprise Instagram announcement, Gabriel Jenkins, a top defensive back recruit, switched his commitment from Penn State to Colorado, marking the latest shift in the fallout from Coach James Franklin’s dismissal.
The highly rated 2027 recruit announced his decision on Instagram, marking the latest shift in the post‑Franklin recruiting landscape.
The 2026 Big Ten clash between USC and Penn State carries extra narrative weight as former assistants take the opposite sidelines, adding personal stakes for Lincoln Riley and his staff.
Official visitors will tour the Athens campus, meet Coach Kirby Smart, and take part in a scavenger hunt, while Virginia Tech’s latest commitment signals a fresh recruiting battle
Virginia Tech's football slate features a storied rivalry with Virginia, a potential showdown with Pitt, and a clash against a top-10 Miami team, all set against recent coaching shifts and rising expectations.
Penn State’s post‑spring ranking, a challenging yet promising schedule, and the impact of transfers and coaching changes set the tone for a season that could see the Nittany Lions reach double‑digit wins.
The upcoming 2026 season introduces head coach James Franklin to the Hokies, and a look at the schedule reveals Miami as the most formidable opponent, while games against Pitt, Clemson and Virginia add intrigue.
Four‑star offensive tackle Layton von Brandt, once pledged to Penn State, is set to reveal his final decision among Penn State, Notre Dame, Florida and Auburn, with visits already scheduled.
After being drafted by Pittsburgh in 2021, Lonnie White Jr. opted for baseball over football, navigating injuries and collegiate offers before emerging as a top prospect in the Pirates' system.
ESPN's early Top 25 still favors traditional powerhouses, but a handful of programs are emerging as potential underdog stories for 2026
James Franklin discusses the challenges of leaving Penn State, his appreciation for the achievements he helped build, and his ambition to bring relevance to Virginia Tech in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Arizona State, Virginia Tech, Clemson, Georgia Tech and Hawai'i each bring distinct storylines that could alter the playoff picture.
Virginia Tech's 2026 football slate features early non‑conference games, two Friday night contests, and a challenging November that includes a Friday showdown with SMU and a Saturday clash with Miami.
The verbal pledge of quarterback Will Wood adds a high‑profile recruit to Penn State’s 2027 class, reinforcing the program’s upward trajectory in national rankings.
Former Georgia quarterback commit Jared Curtis has switched to Vanderbilt, where he could start against his former team. The move spotlights a recruiting pattern that has left the Bulldogs without a clear answer at quarterback, prompting a reliance on the transfer portal and a uncertain 2028 pipeline.
The Atlantic Coast Conference released its revised 2026 football slate this week, delivering a handful of adjustments that have already captured the attention of fans across the region. While the overall framework remains intact, several key dates have been shifted, prompting a fresh wave of anticipation for the upcoming campaign.
The Atlantic Coast Conference has released its 2026 Friday night football schedule, blending conference battles with a demanding non‑conference slate that culminates in a championship game in Charlotte.
A late surge, a spectacular catch and a coach’s fleeting ‘team of destiny’ comment turned a regular matchup into a story of resurgence.
Peter Bourque, a four-star quarterback from the 2027 class, flips his commitment from Michigan to Virginia Tech, reshaping the Hokies' recruiting class while Georgia remains a dominant force in college football.