Franklin Joins Hokies After Penn State Exit | Virginia Tech Hokie Football News

James Franklin’s Hokies journey began with a dramatic exit from Penn State, but his wife and agent pushed him to keep searching—and the rest is history. With Virginia Tech unveiling a massive athletic budget, the job became irresistible. Even his best friend, Brent Pry, who returned as defensive coordinator, gave him the green light. Franklin’s goal? To lead with a clear head and heart, leaving bitterness behind. For the Hokies, this is a fresh start—and a major boost. 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/4c783195a7777ebc