Keydets return to the gridiron off a bye week

Hokies offense with over 200 yards thus far.

Maroons move to 3-0 as they tallied over 400 yards of total offense.

Two top-five offenses will clash in Charlottesville on Friday when Florida State squares off against Virginia.

The Atlantic Coast Conference is moving to a nine-game league schedule for football while having teams play at least 10 games against power-conference opponents, though there will be variables due to the league’s odd number of football-playing member schools.

Alonza Barnett III accounts for three touchdowns to lead James Madison to a 31-13 victory over Liberty. On Saturday, Barnett's 21-yard touchdown pass to Landon Ellis tied the game 10-all at halftime. He then scored on a 9-yard run early in the fourth quarter, extending the Dukes' lead to 24-13, and capped the scoring with a 13-yard run. Barnett completed 17 of 25 passes for 213 yards and added 45 yards rushing. Wayne Knight contributed an 81-yard drive, finishing with 89 yards rushing. Liberty was limited to 75 yards passing and 233 yards of total offense.

Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris accounted for five touchdowns as the Virginia offense, fresh off a record-setting outing against William & Mary, hit Stanford early and often Saturday night. The Cavaliers amassed 590 total yards.

What was once a coveted in-state FCS battle returns with new stakes. JMU and Liberty will square off in Lynchburg for the Battle of the Blue Ridge, their first meeting as FBS opponents.

Harrison Waylee rushed for 151 yards and three touchdowns as Virginia dominated William & Mary 55-16.

Hokies have been outscored 62-0 in the last four quarters of play.

The Keydets (1-2) rallied to tie three times, but Bucknell answered each score to regain the lead.

The Bears' 20 penalties helped the Panthers generate enough offense for the win.

Keydets coming off their first win of the season against Ferrum.

A rivalry trophy is currently in development and will be unveiled at a later date.

The Cavaliers host William & Mary at noon Saturday in what will also be UVA Strong Day, honoring the three lives lost in the 2022 campus shooting.

Roanoke College beat Virginia University of Lynchburg Saturday 23-7. This is their first win as a varsity team in the Division III.

Diego Pavia threw for 193 yards and two touchdowns to lift Vanderbilt, which trailed 20-10 at halftime, to a 44-20 win over Virginia Tech.

Collin Shannon threw for three touchdowns and VMI was never challenged in a 42-7 win over Division II-member Ferrum

The Myrtle Beach native started his career at Appalachian State.

Liberty scored 21 points in the fourth quarter to beat Maine 28-7 on Saturday night in a season opener for both teams.

Cam Ross scored a receiving and return touchdown as Virginia's transfers carried it to a convincing season-opening win over Coastal Carolina on Saturday night, 48-7. Quarterback Chandler Morris threw for 264 yards and two scores before exiting the game with an injury early in the third quarter. Virginia outgained Coastal, 454-254.

“He’s definitely on his own path,” Frank said.

"Some people say it's going to be a challenge. I see it as an opportunity."

As Roanoke College football continues to build toward a historic return to the gridiron, it is doing so with nearly a full roster of players from Southwest Virginia.

"I’m excited to make plays out there."

"I can't imagine anybody starting it at a faster pace than we did. And to start it relatively successfully in such a short time period."

“This team has a little edge to it, a little chip on their shoulder.”

"Regardless of who it is, does the team play hard for them, does the team care about them?"

"There’s talent here. They can do it, but can they do it consistently?"

UVA is one of just six Power Four programs returning its entire coaching staff this year.

"Many Hokie faithful here in the area,” Pry said.

Virginia Tech is looking into an allegation by North Carolina Central’s football coach that a Hokies assistant improperly tried to lure running back J’Mari Taylor into the transfer portal last season.

Virginia Tech enters the 2025 season with new offensive and defensive coordinators.

The redshirt senior quarterback is fully healthy after an injury-plagued 2024 campaign.

Mustangs are coming off an impressive 11-3 campaign that included a CFP appearance.

A number of experienced signal callers return as starters for the 2025 season.

Over fifty percent of the Cavaliers roster is new.

Lots of resources have been poured into the football program with new facilities, nutrition program and NIL funds from multiple donors over the summer.

The SEC Media Days this week highlighted the ongoing rivalry between the SEC and the Big Ten in college football.

"I'm where my feet are--at home," said Hicks.

Virginia Tech to have at least three night games in Lane Stadium.

Alabama’s Ryan Williams and Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith are the cover athletes for EA Sports College Football 26.

The 2025 Aflac Kickoff Game between Virginia Tech and South Carolina will kick off at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, Aug. 31

Jorden will play at William & Mary while Jayden is heading to UCF.

The twins who graduated Salem High School will look to finish their college careers elsewhere.

Multiple 4th down stops and two interceptions returned for touchdowns highlighted the defense.

The Maroons will be competing in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference starting this fall after competing as a club sport in 2024.

Tyler Bowen spent three seasons as the Hokies offensive coordinator since 2022.

Cavaliers will host 4 of its first 5 opponents.

Virginia Tech will open the 2025 season in a neutral site game against South Carolina in Atlanta for the Aflac Kickoff Game.

Brent Pry hires current Arizona Cardinals linebacker coach to lead Hokies defense

Ohio State and Notre Dame arrived in Atlanta on their charter flights on Friday as the teams moved closer to Monday night’s College Football Playoff national championship game.

The Big Ten could puff out its chest over having two of its teams in the College Football Playoff semifinals.

Notre Dame and Ohio State fans have had to endure unprecedented travel demands throughout college football’s first 12-team playoff to reach Monday night’s national championship game.

Vick's time in Blacksburg was highlighted by the Hokies 1999 national championship game.

The running backs want to run it back at Penn State.

The first 12-team version of the College Football Playoff has reached the national championship game and it will be Ohio State against Notre Dame.

Drew Allar's critical interception sealed Penn State's loss to Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff semifinals at the Orange Bowl.

Mike Hollins honors those who used perseverance, dedication and determination to overcome a life-altering situation and become role models, giving hope and inspiration to others.

Hokies wide receiver Ayden Greene had over 100 receiving yards against Minnesota Friday night.

Bhayshul Tuten, Antwaun Powell-Ryland among the half-dozen that will make the trip to Indy.

Kicker Bellenfan, linebacker Murdock lead Buffalo past Liberty 26-7 in Bahamas Bowl

Penn State coach James Franklin thinks there's a chance defensive star Abdul Carter will be back for College Football Playoff semifinals against Notre Dame.

The College Football Playoff won’t swap kickoff dates and times for the Cotton Bowl and Orange Bowl to give Notre Dame more time between games.

With constant roster turnover in this new age of college football, it can seem impossible to scout a bowl game opponent.

Friday night will mark the third time in program history Virginia Tech will have played a bowl game in Charlotte.

Former legendary defensive coordinator Bud Foster will be assisting the Hokies defense from the coaches booth.

Snipers were positioned on rooftops outside the Superdome in New Orleans as fans filed in for the Sugar Bowl between Georgia and Notre Dame.

The Brookville grad shares his experience being a student-athlete at an HBCU and getting the opportunity to play for another high-profile coach.

The coaching veteran brings nearly three decades of experience to Blacksburg.

Lord Botetourt grad AJ Hampton has been promoted as the Keydets offensive coordinator.

Backup Billy Atkins threw for 181 yards and a touchdown in his first start since 2022.

The Dudley Award is given to the best Division I football player in the state of Virginia.

Virginia Tech parts ways with Chris Marve, Ron Crook and strength and senior director of strength and conditioning coach Dwight Galt IV.

College football’s conference shakeup left concerns about two super conferences dominating the playoff field.

The Flames are set to play in their sixth consecutive bowl game.

Athletic directors at Iowa State and SMU are in a turf war over the latest College Football Playoff rankings, leading to a “stay off my lawn” moment on social media.

Antwaun Powell-Ryland, Aeneas Peebles and Jonas Sanker all garner first-team honors.

Hokies offense too much for the Cavaliers defense in the 20 point win.

Hokies have out-gained the Cavaliers 254-84.

Rice hires Scott Abell as next head football coach

SMU clinches spot in ACC title game, beats Virginia 33-7

Hokies fall to Syracuse on the road

Tre Stewart rushed for over 200 yards and four touchdowns in the Gamecocks road win.

Hokies aiming to stay consistent, head to Syracuse on Saturday

Omarion Hampton ran for 105 yards and two touchdowns, and J.J. Jones caught five passes for 129 yards and a pair of scores.

Hokies Tuten, Chaplin, and Powell-Ryland garner Week 8 honors from the ACC

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No. 10 Clemson, Klubnik get past Virginia and former Tigers’ assistant Elliott with a 48-31 victory

Bhayshul Tuten rushed for a Virginia Tech record 266 yards and accounted for four touchdowns.

"We continue to work together, remain united," said VMI head coach Danny Rocco.

Isaac Brown racked up 146 yards and two touchdowns for the Cardinals.

A forced fumble for the Flames defense ended the game in overtime.

Bhayshul Tuten eclipsed 3,000 career rushing yards.

The Cavaliers have opened ACC play with two wins for the first time since 2019.

The Eagles had nearly 500 yards of offense in the road win.

Virginia Tech is currently leading undefeated Miami 24-17 at the half.

Due to impacts from Tropical Storm Helene, the Flames and Mountaineers will not kickoff.

Slow start plagues Hokies again, now turn the page to Miami

Taking a look to see how our local college teams stack up of late and what's ahead as they enter their next game.