
Ethan Grunkemeyer Set to Lead Virginia Tech’s Attack
A 2026 quarterback recruit arrives in Blacksburg with a strong Penn State background, poised to reshape the Hokies' offense under Coach James Franklin.
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A 2026 quarterback recruit arrives in Blacksburg with a strong Penn State background, poised to reshape the Hokies' offense under Coach James Franklin.

After a promising stint at Penn State and a recruitment link to new head coach James Franklin, Grunkemeyer is slated to stabilize Virginia Tech's offense and lead a talented supporting cast back to contention.

Virginia Tech opens its 2026 football season against VMI on September 5, featuring a revamped coaching staff, a promising quarterback transfer, and key returning players, while VMI seeks to rebound from consecutive losing seasons.

With the 2026 season on the horizon, analysts have released an early power ranking of ACC programs, highlighting the impact of new coaches, transfer portal moves and emerging talent.

Duke’s 2026 roster countdown spotlights running back CJ Campbell, a transfer who brings depth and experience to a backfield anchored by Nate Sheppard.

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.

A look at the 2026 slate reveals a marquee October clash between Virginia Tech and Clemson, a game that ESPN’s Bill Connelly believes could be the most entertaining of the year and a pivotal factor in the ACC title race.

EA Sports will unveil College Football 27 on July 9, and early ratings suggest a strong showing for the Hokies' skill positions, with several players projected in the high 70s and 80s.

A look at three often‑overlooked players whose return could reshape Virginia Tech’s performance on both sides of the ball.
Duke’s recent ACC title and three nine‑win seasons under Manny Diaz set the stage for a 2026 campaign that will test the team’s depth and defensive evolution.

After losing quarterback Darian Mensah and wide receiver Cooper Barkate to the transfer portal, Duke is pinning its hopes on new recruit Jared Richardson, whose 2025 performance in the Ivy League has already generated buzz.