Virginia Tech Feels 'Urgency' to Finalize Hiring James Franklin
Summary
Virginia Tech is urgently trying to hire James Franklin, the former Penn State head football coach. The school fired its current coach, Brent Pry, and wants Franklin to join before other top coaching positions open up. Franklin is considering his options and may wait to see if other major colleges like Florida State or Auburn have coaching vacancies.Key Facts
- Virginia Tech fired its head coach, Brent Pry, after losing to Old Dominion.
- The team currently stands at 3 wins and 5 losses.
- James Franklin, former Penn State head coach, is rumored to be a top candidate for Virginia Tech.
- Virginia Tech wants to finalize a deal with Franklin quickly before other college coaching jobs become available.
- Franklin is considered valuable due to his past success at Penn State, including reaching the College Football Playoff semifinal.
- Florida State and Auburn are potential competitors for Franklin if their coaching positions open.
- Florida State may not change its head coach soon due to financial constraints.
- Auburn could seek a new coach if their current coach, Hugh Freeze, loses more games.
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