Virginia Tech football embarks on its ninth contest of the 2025 campaign tomorrow when it takes on Louisville in Lane Stadium. The last time that the Hokies (3-5, 2-2 ACC) faced off against the Cardinals,

The rumor has taken hold across college football circles: former Penn State head coach James Franklin is reportedly in advanced talks with Virginia Tech to become the Hokies’ next head coach. Multiple social media accounts and insider reports have suggested the deal could be finalized soon,

Former Penn State head coach James Franklin was linked to Auburn and Florida State amid rumors of Virginia Tech's interest.

With the matchup a couple days away, we have our first inclination as to who could play, and will not. On Thursday, the ACC released the first availability report for Louisville's matchup vs. Virginia Tech. An updated report will come out at 8:00 p.m. EST on Friday, and a final report will then be released two hours before kickoff.

Metallica's iconic “Enter Sandman" has been a game-day anthem in Blacksburg for over a quarter-century. “Having the courage to embrace something like that is very important,” said Columbia University lecturer Joe Favorito,

The Hokies offensive line continuously opened holes for leading rusher Marcellous Hawkins, who gained 167 yards on 21 carries in a win against Cal.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq as James Franklin the favorite to be named coach at historic college football program.

Virginia Tech is another. However, for the right head coach, it's one of the best jobs available. The Hokies used to be a perennial power in the ACC, even reaching the BCS National Championship game when Michael Vick was the quarterback.

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Virginia Tech football has now released its initial player availability report to the ACC for its Week 9 bout vs. California. 14 Hokies were listed as out on the report, two were questionable and one was probable.