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Virginia Tech fans react to ESPN's coverage of ‘Enter Sandman’ walkout

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 4:30 AM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Virginia Tech fans react to ESPN's coverage of ‘Enter Sandman’ walkout

Summary

The Virginia Tech Hokies hosted the Pittsburgh Panthers in front of over 65,000 fans during the iconic 'Enter Sandman' walkout at Lane Stadium on Friday night. Fans expressed mixed feelings about ESPN's broadcast, criticizing the camera work while still celebrating the entrance's electrifying atmosphere. The Hokies entered the game with a perfect 4-0 record, aiming for their first 5-0 start since 2005. Despite the criticisms of ESPN's presentation, many fans emphasized that the tradition of 'Enter Sandman' remained a highlight of college football.

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By the Numbers

•Virginia Tech plays Pittsburgh at Lane Stadium on a Friday night.
•The Hokies seek to improve to 5-0 for the first time since 2005.
•Fans are frustrated with ESPN's camera work during the entrance.
•The 'Enter Sandman' tradition has been part of Hokies' games since 2000.
•Many fans still celebrate the atmosphere despite broadcast issues.

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4:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘ESPN Absolutely Botched Enter Sandman,’ ‘Coolest Entrance in College Football’ — CFB Fans Have Mixed Reactions to Virginia Tech’s Viral Walkout

What they're saying

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The Virginia Tech Hokies gave ESPN a sold-out Lane Stadium, 65,000-plus fans bouncing in place and Metallica blasting through the speakers. With that kind of atmosphere, you’d think the broadcast would be easy to get right.
— Yahoo Sports

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