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Virginia Tech Hokies, led by new head coach James Franklin, are poised for a strong 2026 season, ranking 32nd in initial SP+ rankings. Franklin, known for his College Football Playoff semifinal appearance in 2024, brings redshirt freshman QB Ethan Grunkemeyer, who led a late rally in 2025. The Hokies face a tough ACC schedule, including matchups against Miami (8), Clemson (23), and SMU (28). Despite a projected 19.2 adjusted points boost, they start with VMI on September 5th.

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