Ethan Grunkemeyer recognized among top newcomers in college football

Virginia Tech quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer has been named the 37th top newcomer in college football for 2026 by ESPN. The 6-foot-2, 219-pound redshirt freshman previously played for Penn State, where he appeared in 11 games and made seven starts, completing 69% of his passes. Virginia Tech's head coach James Franklin, who recruited Grunkemeyer, aims to provide the Hokies with stability at quarterback after inconsistent performance in recent seasons. Grunkemeyer joins a roster that includes other promising players like tight end Luke Reynolds and running back Marcellous Hawkins, positioning him to have an immediate impact on the offense.

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