Virginia Tech and Arkansas Appear to be in Bidding War for James Franklin
Summary
Virginia Tech and Arkansas are both trying to hire James Franklin, former head coach at Penn State. Franklin is considering offers from both schools and wants assurance of a substantial budget for the football team's roster. Franklin has been in negotiations with Virginia Tech and has been seen in the area.Key Facts
- Virginia Tech and Arkansas are competing to hire James Franklin as head football coach.
- Franklin recently left Penn State, where he was a head coach.
- Franklin wants a $30 million budget for team expenses at Arkansas.
- Arkansas and Franklin have had serious discussions about his potential role.
- Virginia Tech has made a generous offer to Franklin to become their head coach.
- Franklin's previous achievements include leading Penn State to a Big Ten championship in 2016.
- Virginia Tech is trying to finalize a deal before other schools make offers.
- Franklin has been seen in Blacksburg, Virginia, where Virginia Tech is located.
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