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Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images | Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Several former Virginia Tech players get UDFA deals with Super Bowl contenders</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/several-former-virginia-tech-players-get-udfa-deals-with-super-bowl-contenders?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq2afg3h9e</guid><description>Four former Virginia Tech football players signed undrafted free agent contracts following the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.</description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3095,h_1740,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kq3pdb9kna0v9w6rvw.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Kyron Drones (1) looks to pass against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes during the first quarter at Lane Stadium. 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Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images | Wesley Hale-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>James Franklin again flexes recruiting muscle over ACC schools with 3-star 2027 WR</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/james-franklin-again-flexes-recruiting-muscle-over-acc-schools-with-3-star-2027-wr?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq12nhc4rb</guid><description>Virginia Tech football coach James Franklin picked up a commitment from 3-star wide receiver Anthony Roberts on Saturday.</description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7109,h_3998,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kq3443xt0tnre6w9gn.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies head coach James Franklin on the sidelines before the start of the game against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Lane Stadium. 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Guard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 Virginia Tech football players who could be a Day 3 draft steal</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/3-virginia-tech-football-players-who-could-be-a-day-3-draft-steal?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq0bfjsw5j</guid><description>The third and final day of the 2026 NFL Draft will be on Saturday in Pittsburgh and there are three former Virginia Tech players who could be a Day 3 steal.</description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8640,h_4860,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kq0dpddj01wanyyc3x.jpg" caption="Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; The 2026 NFL Draft Theater stage at Acrisure Stadium. 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Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech Hokies News: Whit Babcock&#39;s retirement reactions, NFL Draft weekend</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-hokies-news-whit-babcock-s-retirement-reactions-nfl-draft-weekend?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpxxs93ej3</guid><description>In this edition of Virginia Tech Hokies News, Hokies coaches reacted to the announcement that athletic director Whit Babcock is retiring.</description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3786,h_2129,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpxxsya988ermrvxcd.jpg" caption="Nov 19, 2025; Blacksburg, VA, USA;  Virginia Tech Athletic Director Whit Babcock speaks at the press conference announcing James Franklin as head coach at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former Virginia Tech star Mansoor Delane selected by Super Bowl contender in NFL Draft</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/former-virginia-tech-star-mansoor-delane-selected-by-super-bowl-contender-in-nfl-draft?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpxvfry23d</guid><description>Former Virginia Tech standout Mansoor Delane was picked sixth overall by the Kansas City Chiefs in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.</description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:53:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3785,h_2129,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpxwet864gw560ym9q.jpg" caption="Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; LSU defensive back Mansoor Delane (DB06) speaks to media members during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images&#xA; | Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech&#39;s sweeping changes in leadership continue with a stunning announcement</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-s-sweeping-changes-in-leadership-continue-with-a-stunning-announcement?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpxwfz5dct</guid><description>Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock announced on Thursday that he will be retiring on June 30.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:40:50 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3786,h_2129,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpxwh0aa08v404rzbr.jpg" caption="Nov 19, 2025; Blacksburg, VA, USA;  Virginia Tech Athletic Director Whit Babcock speaks at the press conference announcing James Franklin as head coach at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>James Franklin flexes recruiting muscle to land elite 2027 RB over powerhouse programs</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/james-franklin-flexes-recruiting-muscle-to-land-elite-2027-rb-over-powerhouse-programs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpxmjak0xa</guid><description>Virginia Tech football coach James Franklin secured a commitment from an elite Class of 2027 running back Kelvin Morrison.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4718,h_2653,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpxn9ar9s6p75whrs4.jpg" caption="Hickory running back Kelvin Morrison attends the Ohio State football game against Penn State at Ohio Stadium on Nov. 1, 2025. | Lori Schmidt / Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech lands second portal commit that beefs up an area Mike Young needs depth</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-lands-second-portal-commit-that-beefs-up-an-area-mike-young-needs-depth?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpxj9gx8gk</guid><description>Virginia Tech men&#39;s basketball coach Mike Young added front-court depth with San Diego State transfer Miles Heide.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4564,h_2567,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpxk9gc4tmcg6b6avf.jpg" caption="Dec 20, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Diego State Aztecs forward Miles Heide (40) against the Arizona Wildcats during the Hall of Fame Series at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>4 Virginia Tech football players who could be drafted this weekend</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/4-virginia-tech-football-players-who-could-be-drafted-this-weekend?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kptnzsve1b</guid><description>Four Virginia Tech football players have an interesting case to be drafted this weekend in the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3786,h_2129,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpv2c92azs85k3rw69.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA;  Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Kyron Drones (1) throws a pass during the fourth quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mike Young secures Virginia Tech&#39;s biggest win during an offseason full of roster turnover</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/mike-young-secures-virginia-tech-s-biggest-win-during-an-offseason-full-of-roster-turnover?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpvm642802</guid><description>Virginia Tech men&#39;s basketball coach Mike Young announced that assistant coach Chester Frazier got a one-year extension to return for the 2026-27 season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3684,h_2072,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpvmvecgsx9hv867ht.jpg" caption="Jan 31, 2026; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA;  Virginia Tech Hokies head coach Mike Young gives his team instructions during the second half against Duke Blue Devils at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech joins SEC powerhouses in the mix for elite 4-star 2027 wide receiver</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-joins-sec-powerhouses-in-the-mix-for-elite-4-star-2027-wide-receiver?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kptpyzk2vd</guid><description>Four-star elite Class of 2027 wide receiver Iveon Lewis has Virginia Tech in his Final 5 with a July 1 commitment date set.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7109,h_3998,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kptqymhbfyh6ht619z.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies head coach James Franklin on the sidelines before the start of the game against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images | Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech Hokies News: Recruiting war heats up for 4-star elite tackle</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-hokies-news-recruiting-war-heats-up-for-4-star-elite-tackle?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpr683gr58</guid><description>Virginia Tech and James Franklin are in a heated recruiting war for a Class of 2027 four-star offensive tackle.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5119,h_2879,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpsa3rhf42nhngc9wm.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Incoming head coach James Franklin speaks to fans on the sideline before the game at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Skydiver details horrifying Virginia Tech entrance that took a scary turn of events</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/skydiver-details-horrifying-virginia-tech-entrance-that-took-a-scary-turn-of-events?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpr1w9te12</guid><description>Skydiver Pasha Palanker reflected on what happened during his chilling Lane Stadium entrance during Virginia Tech&#39;s spring game on Saturday.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4440,h_2497,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpr3796814k04x7dd7.jpg" caption="Russell Lansford-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>One Class of 2027 commitment that Virginia Tech fans can&#39;t ignore in chase for 4-star QB</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/one-class-of-2027-commitment-that-virginia-tech-fans-can-t-ignore-in-chase-for-4-star-qb?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kppnvh461f</guid><description>Virginia Tech Class of 2027 quarterback recruit Peter Bourque was in Blacksburg over the weekend for a key visit.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4546,h_2557,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpppx49ytvvh7cjd61.jpg" caption="Tabor Academy&#39;s quarterback Peter Bourque looks back as he slips into the end zone unchallenged. | Josh Souza/Special to The Standard-Times / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech football&#39;s post-spring depth chart projections paint promising picture</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-football-s-post-spring-depth-chart-projections-paint-promising-picture?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpnrexehpq</guid><description>Now that the spring practices are in the books for Virginia Tech, here is post-spring practice depth chart for James Franklin.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3860,h_2171,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kppht6grxxtb8xfrva.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA;  Virginia Tech Hokies running back Jeffrey Overton (16) runs the ball for a touchdown during the third quarter at Lane Stadium. 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Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>James Franklin got brutally honest about where Virginia Tech needs improvement </title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/james-franklin-got-brutally-honest-about-where-virginia-tech-needs-improvement?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kphkhz6wcj</guid><description>James Franklin wasn&#39;t shy about what Virginia Tech needs to be worked on before the 2026 season starts after the spring game on Saturday.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7109,h_3998,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kphp0nh18vap8jkxjp.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies head coach James Franklin on the sidelines before the start of the game against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Lane Stadium. 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Guard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>James Franklin doesn&#39;t beat around the bush with a bold Virginia Tech spring game statement</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/james-franklin-doesn-t-beat-around-the-bush-with-a-bold-virginia-tech-spring-game-statement?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpgge6ks9b</guid><description>James Franklin explained his bold statement to the fans during the Virginia Tech spring game on Saturday.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:50:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4214,h_2370,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kphjxx9nsz85qr3ryh.jpg" caption="Nov 19, 2025; Blacksburg, VA, USA;  Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin during the press conference at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>James Franklin confirmed what Virginia Tech fans have been begging years for</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/james-franklin-confirmed-what-virginia-tech-fans-have-been-begging-years-for?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kphaerp3q1</guid><description>Virginia Tech football coach James Franklin said what fans have been begging year for within the Hokies offense.</description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:55:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5119,h_2879,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kphcmhmfxhepnw0pa2.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Incoming head coach James Franklin speaks to fans on the sideline before the game at Lane Stadium. 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Guard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>CBS Sports&#39; bold Virginia Tech football prediction for 2026 puts the ACC on notice</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/cbs-sports-bold-virginia-tech-football-prediction-for-2026-puts-the-acc-on-notice?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpbvbgefbp</guid><description>CBS Sports&#39; bold Virginia Tech football prediction would be bad news for the rest of the ACC if it becomes reality.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2000,h_1125,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpbw2czzn8fh3z3431.jpg" caption="Sep 13, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA;  Virginia Tech Hokies wide receiver Ayden Greene (0) runs after a catch during the third quarter at Lane Stadium. 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Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech lands Crystal Ball prediction for another sought-after 2027 edge</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-lands-crystal-ball-prediction-for-another-sought-after-2027-edge?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knpz16bavk</guid><description>Virginia Tech football picked up a Crystal Ball prediction for a Class of 2027 edge.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:00:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4057,h_2282,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01knq03cndwqbb32b283.jpg" caption="Nov 19, 2025; Blacksburg, VA, USA;  Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin speaks at the press conference at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 dream transfers Mike Young must target for Virginia Tech with the portal officially open</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/3-dream-transfers-mike-young-must-target-for-virginia-tech-with-the-portal-officially-open?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knmqf342c6</guid><description>Virginia Tech coach Mike Young has work to do in the Transfer Portal and these would be three good platers to target.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4105,h_2309,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01knmqn0c49v6wam6kzn.jpg" caption="Feb 21, 2026; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Seton Hall Pirates center Najai Hines (25) steals the ball during the second half against the Georgetown Hoyas at Prudential Center. 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