James Franklin is reportedly in early discussions with Virginia Tech to become their next head football coach, with both parties aiming to finalize an agreement by the upcoming weekend. Virginia Tech has been actively seeking a replacement for head coach Brent Pry, who was fired on September 14 after the team's 0-3 start to the season.
The university views this as an opportunity to hire a prominent coach to revitalize the program. Franklin, aged 53, was recently dismissed from his position as head coach at Penn State on October 12 following a three-game losing streak, which included a home loss to Michigan.
Despite these recent struggles, Franklin's overall record at Penn State was 104-45, featuring six seasons with double-digit wins and five finishes in the AP Top 10. His potential appointment is seen as a move that could help Virginia Tech regain national prominence.
