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Three days separate Virginia Tech from its opener against VMI on Saturday.

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Three days separate Virginia Tech from its opener against VMI on Saturday.

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Blacksburg, VA — James Franklin standing at the exit of the tunnel during Enter Sandman. Spring game, 2026.

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The highly anticipated James Franklin era begins Saturday. Here's what you need to know.

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What does ESPN's Football Power Index (FPI) project for the Hokies three days ahead of their Week 1 game vs. VMI?

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With Virginia Tech's season opener against VMI approaching, here's how I think the Hokies' two-deep could look in Week 1 of the James Franklin era.

Jan 4, 2026; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars running back Bhayshul Tuten (33) runs for a five-yard touchdown against the Tennessee Titans during the fourth quarter at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

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Several Hokies made NFL rosters this past weekend.

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Virginia Tech enters a new era under James Franklin in 2026. Our staff predicts how the Hokies will fare throughout his first season in Blacksburg.

Oct 12, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Ala.; South Carolina defensive back DQ Smith (1) during the first half at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

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Smith is the fourth defensive back this cycle to transfer to the Hokies.

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What jersey and pants will the Hokies be rocking for their season opener against VMI?

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A lopsided projection doesn't make for an empty night. Five days out, James Franklin's first Virginia Tech team still has plenty left to reveal.

Ethan Grunkemeyer is the favorite to be the starting quarterback for Virginia Tech

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No Hokie has completed over 66% of his passes in a season. Ethan Grunkemeyer did it last fall in the Big Ten. Now he's James Franklin's starter.

Jul 16, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin speaks to the media during Media Day at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Thomas Hughes covers five important notes from Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin's press conference on Aug. 31.

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Grunkemeyer threw for 1,339 yards, eight touchdowns and four picks last season at Penn State.

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The Hokies open the James Franklin era Sept. 5 against an in-state opponent they haven't played in 42 years. Here are the three biggest storylines for the game.

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The Hokies are favored by nearly 10 touchdowns against VMI, which went 1-11 last season.

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Virginia Tech enters its season opener as seven-plus-touchdown favorites.

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Virginia Tech gained some clarity on defense during fall camp, but questions remain at defensive end and throughout the secondary's two-deep.

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Everything that has to go right for the Hokies to reach the ACC title game, and everything standing in the way.

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Virginia Tech answered several offensive questions during fall camp, but uncertainty remains at wide receiver and along the offensive line.

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Virginia Tech's FCS scheduling provides flexibility and protects home dates, but does an extra game at Lane Stadium always feel like a true seventh home game?

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Six defensive players and five offensive players made the list for the Hokies.

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Virginia Tech still has several position battles to settle before Week 1. Here are my predictions for who ultimately wins the main jobs of emphasis.

Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Miami (FL) Hurricanes safety Zechariah Poyser (7) attempts to tackle Virginia Tech Hokies running back Marcellous Hawkins (27) during the first quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

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Beating VMI should be a given. The real question on Sept. 5 is whether the new-look offense finally knows what it wants to be.

Sep 13, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies defensive lineman Kemari Copeland (13) tackles Old Dominion Monarchs quarterback Colton Joseph (1) during the first quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

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Virginia Tech should roll VMI on Sept. 5. Here's what the Hokies' defense needs to do to make it count.

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Virginia Tech has several position rooms and breakout candidates worth noting as the Hokies prepare for the 2026 season.

Nov 1, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies linebacker Noah Chambers (16) tackles Louisville Cardinals running back Keyjuan Brown (22) during the fourth quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

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They may not be making headlines yet, but by November, they could be filling up the box score.