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Football

Virginia Tech AD Babcock says it was his choice to retire

Virginia Tech AD Babcock says it was his choice to retire

  • Mark Berman

Babcock said the job has taken "a tremendous toll" on him.

New CFP expansion plan would kill what college football does best | Opinion

New CFP expansion plan would kill what college football does best | Opinion

  • Matt Hayes USA TODAY

The American Football Coaches Association made clear Tuesday where it stands on the future of an expanded College Football Playoff. May as well give in and give out participation trophies.  

In the portal era, Virginia football and Tony Elliott still believe it's possible to develop a QB

In the portal era, Virginia football and Tony Elliott still believe it's possible to develop a QB

  • GREG MADIA The Daily Progress

In the transfer portal era of college football, Virginia hasn't given up on trying to develop a quarterback from high school recruit into college starter. Just look at Cole Geer.

Expand CFP, dump conference title games? Coaches outline vision for college football

Expand CFP, dump conference title games? Coaches outline vision for college football

  • John Brice USA Today

College football’s largest professional organization for coaches endorsed an expansion to the College Football Playoff, elimination of conference championship games and an earlier end to the season.

How Virginia football's game vs. NC State in Brazil came to be

How Virginia football's game vs. NC State in Brazil came to be

  • GREG MADIA The Daily Progress

Virginia and NC State will meet in Rio de Janeiro on Aug. 29 for the first-ever college football game in Brazil. How did the game come to be and what will the experience offer the Hoos and their fans?

Brian Kelly thinks Lane Kiffin can win a national championship with LSU

Brian Kelly thinks Lane Kiffin can win a national championship with LSU

  • USA Today - Vertical

Brian Kelly explains why he thinks the new LSU coach has a chance to win a title. You can watch the full conversation on USA TODAY Sports YouTube channel.

Demarcus Brown flips commitment from UVa to Virginia Tech

Demarcus Brown flips commitment from UVa to Virginia Tech

  • DAMIEN SORDELETT The Roanoke Times

The 6-foot-3, 180-pound Brown told Rivals on Sunday afternoon that he flipped his commitment from UVa to Virginia Tech.

SEC meets at a crossroads — and its grip on college football is at stake

SEC meets at a crossroads — and its grip on college football is at stake

    They arrive at Destin every year on the heels of Memorial Day weekend, the power brokers of the most popular conference in college sports typically hanging out for some fun and sun during a semi-working trip to Florida’s panhandle.

    SEC coach raises alarm on CFP expansion: 'We cannot turn this into college basketball'

    SEC coach raises alarm on CFP expansion: 'We cannot turn this into college basketball'

      Here’s what you must realize about NCAA Tournament expansion, which college sports leaders insist on cramming down our throats.

      Brendan Sorsby's gambling addiction a symptom of our broader illness | Opinion

      Brendan Sorsby's gambling addiction a symptom of our broader illness | Opinion

        We, as a society, put Brendan Sorsby in harm’s way, no different than if we’d dropped a pile of coke in front of him and said: "Give it a try."

        Babcock to enjoy generous salary as Virginia Tech AD emeritus

        Babcock to enjoy generous salary as Virginia Tech AD emeritus

          Babcock will be paid $1.15 million in base salary in Year 1 of his new job.

          Virginia Tech's A.J. Brand focused on 'getting 1% better each day' in move to wide receiver

          Virginia Tech's A.J. Brand focused on 'getting 1% better each day' in move to wide receiver

            The redshirt freshman entered spring practices as one of five quarterbacks on the roster. A change in position would be the best way to get him on the field, and Brand settled on wide receiver.

            Joshua Clarke, a year removed from injury, expected 'to have a big year' for Virginia Tech

            Joshua Clarke, a year removed from injury, expected 'to have a big year' for Virginia Tech

              “He’s a talented guy. We’re going to count on him for us to have a big year and he’s going to be a big part of what we’re asking those guys to do on the outside.”

              Josh Heupel on SEC depth compared to other football conferences

              Josh Heupel on SEC depth compared to other football conferences

                Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel pointed to the NFL draft as an indicator of the depth of the SEC.

                This lawsuit forced NCAA to cross another line it swore it wouldn’t

                This lawsuit forced NCAA to cross another line it swore it wouldn’t

                The NCAA has agreed to strike down another one of its old rules in order to resolve another antitrust lawsuit against the organization.

                Tennessee athletic director Danny White explains why he wants CFP to have 24 teams

                Tennessee athletic director Danny White explains why he wants CFP to have 24 teams

                Tennessee athletic director Danny White during the Big Orange Caravan stop in Nashville said he wants the College Football Playoff to expand to 24 teams.

                Brendan Sorsby's Gambling Investigation: Texas Tech's Dilemma

                Brendan Sorsby's Gambling Investigation: Texas Tech's Dilemma

                Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby faces some NCAA scrutiny for gambling, jeopardizing his $5M NIL deal and Texas Tech's season. A tricky situation unfolds.

                Hokies' Brand on move to wide receiver

                Hokies' Brand on move to wide receiver

                Luke Reynolds' role established in Virginia Tech's offense after strong spring

                Luke Reynolds' role established in Virginia Tech's offense after strong spring

                Reynolds’ role was established by the end of the spring practices. He led all players in the spring game with five catches for 69 yards as quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer’s favorite target.

                Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock set to retire

                Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock set to retire

                Whit Babcock’s tenure as Virginia Tech’s athletics director will end after 12-plus years.

                Drones among former Hokies signing undrafted free agent deals

                Drones among former Hokies signing undrafted free agent deals

                Former Virginia Tech quarterback Kyron Drones didn’t have to wait long after the conclusion of the NFL Draft on Saturday to find a landing spot.

                Reports: NCAA finalizing plan to expand March Madness to 76 teams

                Reports: NCAA finalizing plan to expand March Madness to 76 teams

                The men's and women's NCAA Tournament fields will expand from 68 to 76 teams in 2027.

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                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Now that grocery inflation seems to have eased, retailers are clamoring to offer more and better discounts that will get shoppers back to their stores this summer. With an announcement Wednesday, Walgreens joined a growing list of national brands, which also includes Target and Amazon Fresh, that are touting price cuts on an array of...

                Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

                Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

                Beyond overall inflation, which rose 3.7% year over year since September 2023, there are a few more reasons why candy is so expensive right now. 

                Hokies' Clarke on recovery from knee injury

                Hokies' Clarke on recovery from knee injury

                Hokies' Midget on secondary improvement

                Hokies' Midget on secondary improvement

                Virginia football coach Tony Elliott's contract extension comes with pay bump

                Virginia football coach Tony Elliott's contract extension comes with pay bump

                Virginia football coach Tony Elliott's contract extension netted him a pay bump, according to the MOU of his deal, which was obtained via open records request. His assistant coaches had their contracts extended, too.

                Projecting Virginia Tech's 2026 depth chart on offense after spring practices

                Projecting Virginia Tech's 2026 depth chart on offense after spring practices

                The outlook for what Virginia Tech’s offense will look like in the fall became clearer in Saturday’s spring game.

                Projecting Virginia Tech's 2026 depth chart on defense and special teams after spring practices

                Projecting Virginia Tech's 2026 depth chart on defense and special teams after spring practices

                The base of the Hokies’ defense for the upcoming season will look similar to Brent Pry’s units before his tenure as head coach.

                Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

                Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

                The Las Vegas Raiders selected Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday.

                Virginia WRs showed potential during spring, but 'new and unproven' group still has work to do

                Virginia WRs showed potential during spring, but 'new and unproven' group still has work to do

                Virginia football's wide receivers flashed their potential throughout the spring and during the Cavaliers' spring game. But the 'new and unproven' group still has work to do before the fall.

                Hokies' Shearer on competition at returner

                Hokies' Shearer on competition at returner

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