Franklin Debut vs VMI Triple Option | Virginia Tech Hokie Football News

Virginia Tech’s historic return to rivalry football ignites tonight as they face VMI in a sold-out, 42-year-resurrected showdown — and it’s head coach James Franklin’s first game in Blacksburg. With a proven track record of explosive openers and a new starting QB in Ethan Grunkemeyer (a Penn State transfer who led his team on a four-win streak), the Hokies are primed for dominance. Defensive coordinator Brent Pry, returning after his ousting last fall, brings elite coaching chops from his time under Franklin at Penn State — now tasked with stopping VMI’s rare, high-octane triple-option attack. Betting lines lean heavily toward Virginia Tech, whose national rankings have soared, but this isn’t just about stats — it’s about legacy, history, and the electric buzz of a rivalry reborn. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/17c832609188310f