Virginia Tech football enters mid-fall camp under James Franklin

Virginia Tech football has entered the midpoint of its 2026 fall camp as the team prepares for its season opener against VMI on September 5. Under head coach James Franklin, the program is undergoing a transition period characterized by intense positional competition.

Projected starters for the offense include quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer and running back Marcellous Hawkins. Hawkins has gained recognition as one of 113 nominees for the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy, an honor recognizing community service and leadership. The team is currently monitoring competition for the third wide receiver position and various spots on the offensive line.

Training sessions are being held at the Beamer-Lawson Indoor Practice Facility, with coaching staff expected to officially announce the starting lineup prior to the first game.