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.

BLACKSBURG, Va. — After an eventful winter, spring and summer, we have now finally reached game week for Virginia Tech football ahead of the 2026 season — James

SP+ projects Virginia Tech to beat VMI 68-0 on Saturday and gives the Hokies a 100% win probability. The Keydets rank 376th among every school Bill Connelly rat