Summary
James Franklin, the head coach of Virginia Tech, has hired two coaches from Penn State, where he previously worked. This has led to changes in Penn State's coaching staff and their recruits switching their commitment to Virginia Tech. These events have caused significant shifts in the recruiting rankings and coaching dynamics for both schools.
Key Facts
- James Franklin moved from Penn State to become the head coach at Virginia Tech.
- Franklin has recruited key coaching staff from Penn State to Virginia Tech.
- Ten recruits have changed their commitment from Penn State to Virginia Tech.
- Penn State's recruiting class ranking dropped out of the top 100 among college football teams.
- Ty Howle, Penn State's co-offensive coordinator, joined Virginia Tech as the offensive coordinator.
- Danny O’Brien, quarterbacks coach at Penn State, is expected to join Virginia Tech in the same role for 2026.
- O'Brien has a long association with Franklin, having worked and played under him previously.
