Hokies Dominate VMI in Season Opener | Virginia Tech Hokie Football News

Virginia Tech obliterated VMI 73-3 in a statement-opening win, led by head coach James Franklin’s debut. The Hokies shredded the scoreboard with six rushing touchdowns, over 600 total yards, and an astonishing 18 tackles for loss—the most since 1987. Quarterbacks Ethan Grunkemeyer and Bryce Baker were flawless, throwing without interceptions, while QueSean Brown broke receiving records. Defense dominated with five sacks, negative-yard run defense, and a crucial interception. Special teams shined with two blocked punts—one returned for a TD—and kicker John Love nailed all 10 extra points. A costly punt-return miscue gave VMI their only points. Still, eleven penalties for 93 yards exposed areas needing improvement as they prepare for Old Dominion. 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/e6290813c8698d7d