REACTION: James Franklin to Virginia Tech is a GAME CHANGING MOVE | How this SHAKES UP the ACC

Virginia Tech shakes up the ACC by landing James Franklin as head coach, signaling a new era for Hokies football. Can Franklin’s arrival restore Virginia Tech as the ACC’s next powerhouse and legit national contender after years of mediocrity? Jackson Holzer and Kenton Gibbs break down the seismic impact of Franklin’s hire, debating if Penn State made the right call letting him go and how his recruiting prowess and culture-building could shift the ACC’s balance of power. The hosts spotlight Franklin’s strengths as a relationship builder, his mixed record in big games, and the challenge of building elite quarterbacks, while also questioning the ceilings for programs like Miami, Georgia Tech, and Clemson. Key discussion points include the Hokies’ recent facilities investment, ACC national perception, and which schools stand to lose the most as Virginia Tech regains relevance under Franklin. Will the Hokies become the ACC’s next signature team?