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Guard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 Virginia Tech football players who could be a Day 3 draft steal</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/3-virginia-tech-football-players-who-could-be-a-day-3-draft-steal?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq0bfjsw5j</guid><description>The third and final day of the 2026 NFL Draft will be on Saturday in Pittsburgh and there are three former Virginia Tech players who could be a Day 3 steal.</description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8640,h_4860,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kq0dpddj01wanyyc3x.jpg" caption="Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; The 2026 NFL Draft Theater stage at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nickeil Alexander-Walker capitalizes on his opportunity with Hawks to win NBA hardware</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/nickel-alexander-walker-capitalizes-on-his-opportunity-with-hawks-to-win-nba-hardware?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq10cnrgqd</guid><description>Former Virginia Tech standout Nickel Alexander-Walker was named the NBA&#39;s Most Improved Player on Friday night.</description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:03:29 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6907,h_3885,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kq12cx0r26nfg8rcg9.jpg" caption="Apr 3, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Nickell Alexander-Walker (7) dribbles the ball against Brooklyn Nets guard Malachi Smith (18) during the second half at Barclays Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech Hokies News: Whit Babcock&#39;s retirement reactions, NFL Draft weekend</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-hokies-news-whit-babcock-s-retirement-reactions-nfl-draft-weekend?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpxxs93ej3</guid><description>In this edition of Virginia Tech Hokies News, Hokies coaches reacted to the announcement that athletic director Whit Babcock is retiring.</description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3786,h_2129,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpxxsya988ermrvxcd.jpg" caption="Nov 19, 2025; Blacksburg, VA, USA;  Virginia Tech Athletic Director Whit Babcock speaks at the press conference announcing James Franklin as head coach at Cassell Coliseum. 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Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>James Franklin flexes recruiting muscle to land elite 2027 RB over powerhouse programs</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/james-franklin-flexes-recruiting-muscle-to-land-elite-2027-rb-over-powerhouse-programs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpxmjak0xa</guid><description>Virginia Tech football coach James Franklin secured a commitment from an elite Class of 2027 running back Kelvin Morrison.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4718,h_2653,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpxn9ar9s6p75whrs4.jpg" caption="Hickory running back Kelvin Morrison attends the Ohio State football game against Penn State at Ohio Stadium on Nov. 1, 2025. | Lori Schmidt / Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech lands second portal commit that beefs up an area Mike Young needs depth</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-lands-second-portal-commit-that-beefs-up-an-area-mike-young-needs-depth?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpxj9gx8gk</guid><description>Virginia Tech men&#39;s basketball coach Mike Young added front-court depth with San Diego State transfer Miles Heide.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4564,h_2567,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpxk9gc4tmcg6b6avf.jpg" caption="Dec 20, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Diego State Aztecs forward Miles Heide (40) against the Arizona Wildcats during the Hall of Fame Series at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>4 Virginia Tech football players who could be drafted this weekend</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/4-virginia-tech-football-players-who-could-be-drafted-this-weekend?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kptnzsve1b</guid><description>Four Virginia Tech football players have an interesting case to be drafted this weekend in the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3786,h_2129,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpv2c92azs85k3rw69.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA;  Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Kyron Drones (1) throws a pass during the fourth quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mike Young secures Virginia Tech&#39;s biggest win during an offseason full of roster turnover</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/mike-young-secures-virginia-tech-s-biggest-win-during-an-offseason-full-of-roster-turnover?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpvm642802</guid><description>Virginia Tech men&#39;s basketball coach Mike Young announced that assistant coach Chester Frazier got a one-year extension to return for the 2026-27 season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3684,h_2072,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpvmvecgsx9hv867ht.jpg" caption="Jan 31, 2026; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA;  Virginia Tech Hokies head coach Mike Young gives his team instructions during the second half against Duke Blue Devils at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech joins SEC powerhouses in the mix for elite 4-star 2027 wide receiver</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-joins-sec-powerhouses-in-the-mix-for-elite-4-star-2027-wide-receiver?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kptpyzk2vd</guid><description>Four-star elite Class of 2027 wide receiver Iveon Lewis has Virginia Tech in his Final 5 with a July 1 commitment date set.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7109,h_3998,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kptqymhbfyh6ht619z.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies head coach James Franklin on the sidelines before the start of the game against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images | Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech Hokies News: Recruiting war heats up for 4-star elite tackle</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-hokies-news-recruiting-war-heats-up-for-4-star-elite-tackle?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpr683gr58</guid><description>Virginia Tech and James Franklin are in a heated recruiting war for a Class of 2027 four-star offensive tackle.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5119,h_2879,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpsa3rhf42nhngc9wm.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Incoming head coach James Franklin speaks to fans on the sideline before the game at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Skydiver details horrifying Virginia Tech entrance that took a scary turn of events</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/skydiver-details-horrifying-virginia-tech-entrance-that-took-a-scary-turn-of-events?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpr1w9te12</guid><description>Skydiver Pasha Palanker reflected on what happened during his chilling Lane Stadium entrance during Virginia Tech&#39;s spring game on Saturday.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4440,h_2497,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpr3796814k04x7dd7.jpg" caption="Russell Lansford-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>One Class of 2027 commitment that Virginia Tech fans can&#39;t ignore in chase for 4-star QB</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/one-class-of-2027-commitment-that-virginia-tech-fans-can-t-ignore-in-chase-for-4-star-qb?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kppnvh461f</guid><description>Virginia Tech Class of 2027 quarterback recruit Peter Bourque was in Blacksburg over the weekend for a key visit.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4546,h_2557,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpppx49ytvvh7cjd61.jpg" caption="Tabor Academy&#39;s quarterback Peter Bourque looks back as he slips into the end zone unchallenged. | Josh Souza/Special to The Standard-Times / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech football&#39;s post-spring depth chart projections paint promising picture</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-football-s-post-spring-depth-chart-projections-paint-promising-picture?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpnrexehpq</guid><description>Now that the spring practices are in the books for Virginia Tech, here is post-spring practice depth chart for James Franklin.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3860,h_2171,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kppht6grxxtb8xfrva.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA;  Virginia Tech Hokies running back Jeffrey Overton (16) runs the ball for a touchdown during the third quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mike Young&#39;s top Virginia Tech Transfer Portal target is becoming clear</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/mike-young-s-top-virginia-tech-transfer-portal-target-is-becoming-clear?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpnmvqzre8</guid><description>Virginia Tech men&#39;s basketball coach Mike Young top transfer portal target, Gavin Sykes of Long Beach State, is becoming clear.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:55:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3271,h_1839,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpnmy6vvxfvstr4zx6.jpg" caption="Virginia Tech Hokies head coach Mike Young yells down court Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, during the NCAA men’s basketball game against the Clemson Tigers at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, South Carolina. | Alex Martin/Greenville News / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech Hokies: James Franklin&#39;s message, recruiting losses, brutal diamond weekend</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-hokies-james-franklin-s-message-recruiting-losses-brutal-diamond-weekend?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpkem8jv99</guid><description>Going into a three-game weekend series at Tech Softball Park against Georgia Tech, Virginia Tech was looking to take another step closer to trying to host on the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament next month.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4773,h_2684,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpm2w8s0ygrbn8snz2.jpg" caption="Nov 19, 2025; Blacksburg, VA, USA;  Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin (center) speaks as Virginia Tech President Timothy Sands (left) and Athletic Director Whit Babcock (right) looks on at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech baseball walks off Pittsburgh with dramatic home run after blown save</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-baseball-walks-off-pittsburgh-with-dramatic-home-run-after-blown-save?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpkzcnfmc2</guid><description>Hudson Lutterman hit a walk-off home run on Sunday afternoon for the Virginia Tech baseball team a in 6-5 win to clinch the weekend series.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8640,h_4860,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpkzfmkt1t7b5svsg1.jpg" caption="Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech appears to have avoided a potential disastrous spring game injury</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-appears-to-have-avoided-a-potential-disastrous-spring-game-injury?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpkaknyb9k</guid><description>Virginia Tech cornerback Jaquez White posted on social media that he is fine after a spring game injury on Saturday.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:30:57 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4057,h_2282,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpkc8347abt9zjm35d.jpg" caption="Nov 19, 2025; Blacksburg, VA, USA;  Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin speaks at the press conference at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>James Franklin got brutally honest about where Virginia Tech needs improvement </title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/james-franklin-got-brutally-honest-about-where-virginia-tech-needs-improvement?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kphkhz6wcj</guid><description>James Franklin wasn&#39;t shy about what Virginia Tech needs to be worked on before the 2026 season starts after the spring game on Saturday.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7109,h_3998,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kphp0nh18vap8jkxjp.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies head coach James Franklin on the sidelines before the start of the game against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Lane Stadium. 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Guard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>James Franklin doesn&#39;t beat around the bush with a bold Virginia Tech spring game statement</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/james-franklin-doesn-t-beat-around-the-bush-with-a-bold-virginia-tech-spring-game-statement?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpgge6ks9b</guid><description>James Franklin explained his bold statement to the fans during the Virginia Tech spring game on Saturday.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:50:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4214,h_2370,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kphjxx9nsz85qr3ryh.jpg" caption="Nov 19, 2025; Blacksburg, VA, USA;  Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin during the press conference at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>James Franklin confirmed what Virginia Tech fans have been begging years for</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/james-franklin-confirmed-what-virginia-tech-fans-have-been-begging-years-for?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kphaerp3q1</guid><description>Virginia Tech football coach James Franklin said what fans have been begging year for within the Hokies offense.</description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:55:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5119,h_2879,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kphcmhmfxhepnw0pa2.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Incoming head coach James Franklin speaks to fans on the sideline before the game at Lane Stadium. 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Guard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former Virginia Tech sharpshooter is a giant NBA Playoff X-factor for underrated Hawks</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/former-virginia-tech-sharpshooter-nickel-alexander-walker-hawks?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpeza4w202</guid><description>Former Virginia Tech standout Nickel Alexander-Walker could be a huge X-factor as the Atlanta Hawks prepare to take on the New York Knicks in the first round of the NBA Playoffs on Saturday night.</description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4839,h_2721,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpgdztta667psa13nd.jpg" caption="Jan 15, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA;  Atlanta Hawks guard Nickel Alexander-Walker (7) does his handshake with teammate Atlanta Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye (18) during warmups before against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>James Franklin dropped the update Virginia Tech fans have been waiting for years to hear</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/james-franklin-dropped-the-update-virginia-tech-fans-have-been-waiting-for-years-to-hear?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpbbfcr4xs</guid><description>Virginia Tech football coach James Franklin is liking where the program is at ahead of Saturday&#39;s spring game in Blacksburg.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5119,h_2879,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kpbmzx2n5dqscww69y.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Incoming head coach James Franklin speaks to fans on the sideline before the game at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech football trending for sought-after Class of 2027 star defensive lineman</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-football-trending-for-sought-after-class-of-2027-star-defensive-lineman?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp9vmsmck6</guid><description>Virginia Tech football coach James Franklin is hoping to pick up a commitment on Thursday with three-star Class of 2027 defensive lineman Joseph Buchanan.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6483,h_3646,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kp9wqd59w82889s2ts.jpg" caption="Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Scott Roche"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Virginia Tech transfer narrows portal choices to three surprising schools</title><link>https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-transfer-narrows-portal-choices-to-three-surprising-schools?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Roche</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp8vpp1n5h</guid><description>Virginia Tech men&#39;s basketball transfer Izaiah Pasha is reportedly down to three schools in the Transfer Portal.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:50:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4961,h_2790,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/233/01kp8vsnqddfqpmgcjyc.jpg" caption="Nov 15, 2025; Villanova, Pennsylvania, USA; Duquesne Dukes head coach Dru Joyce III reacts against the Villanova Wildcats during the first half at William B. 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