James Franklin in talks to become Virginia Tech…
James Franklin might not be unemployed that long.
The ex-Penn State coach is in “early stages of talks” that might outcome in him being employed as Virginia Tech’s next coach, according to ESPN.
There reportedly is mutual curiosity between the events, although Virginia Tech is conducting a full search.
James Franklin during his tenure as Penn State coach. Matthew O’Haren-Imagn Images
A choice on his candidacy ought to come soon, per the outlet.
Franklin is a free agent after Penn State dumped him after six video games this season following a tough start to a marketing campaign that started with championship aspirations.
The Virginia Tech Hokie Bird. Brian Bishop-Imagn Images
While he didn’t win a national title with Penn State, Franklin is understood for building applications. He turned Vanderbilt into a contender and had the Nittany Lions competing for national and Big Ten titles.
Virginia Tech is in the market for a coach after firing Brent Pry following an 0-3 start, and Philip Montgomery is serving as the interim coach.
More to come on this developing story…
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