James Franklin critiques penalty against Virginia Tech during win over VMI
Fox News • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 6:33 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026
Virginia Tech opened its season with a 73-3 victory over VMI in Blacksburg on Saturday. During the game, officials assessed a penalty against Virginia Tech after players high-fived military cadets following a touchdown. James Franklin characterized the officiating decision as un-American during post-game comments. The game marked the beginning of the James Franklin era at the university. The Hokies maintained a significant lead throughout the contest, resulting in a stress-free outcome for the team in front of the home crowd.
- •Virginia Tech defeated VMI with a final score of 73-3 on Saturday.
- •Officials penalized the team for players high-fiving cadets after a score.
- •James Franklin criticized the officiating decision in his post-game remarks.
- •The game took place at the university stadium in Blacksburg.
- 6:33 PMFox News — James Franklin questions 'un-American' Virginia Tech penalty for high-fiving military cadets after touchdown | OutKick - Fox News
"James Franklin called a penalty against Virginia Tech for high-fiving cadets "un-American" after the Hokies' 73-3 blowout win over VMI in Blacksburg.
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