Virginia Tech Struck Gold With James Franklin. Now, Can The Hokies Reach The CFP?

Virginia Tech hit a home run by hiring James Franklin after Penn State fired him. Virginia Tech football was once the king of the Big East. After that, they dominated the ACC under legendary head coach Frank Beamer. Now, thanks to a decision by Penn State that looks worse by the week, the Hokies appear ready to return to the top under James Franklin. Related: Could Baylor Look To Former Heisman Trophy Winner As Next Head Coach? Franklin was let go last year after struggling with the Nittany Lions.