Maryland football trolls James Franklin with video board message
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 2:56 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Maryland football took a jab at Virginia Tech coach James Franklin during the game on September 19, 2026. The Terrapins displayed a series of "Hey Michael" messages on the video board at SECU Stadium, referencing a recent incident where Franklin repeatedly called out a reporter during a press conference. As the game progressed, Virginia Tech held a 35-14 lead heading into the fourth quarter. The playful message added a lighthearted moment to the matchup between the two schools.
- •Maryland displayed 'Hey Michael' messages on their video board.
- •The reference came from a viral press conference moment involving Franklin.
- •Virginia Tech leads by 35-14 as the game heads into the fourth quarter.
- •The game took place at SECU Stadium on September 19, 2026.
- 2:56 AMYahoo Sports — Maryland trolls James Franklin with 'Hey Michael' message on video board
"Maryland football ribbed Virginia Tech coach James Franklin with a "Hey Michael" message on its video board. Here's what it means:
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