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Hokies Host Pitt: Top 25 Spot on the Line
28 Sep
Summary
- Winner of Virginia Tech-Pitt game likely enters Top 25 rankings.
- Coaching battle features James Franklin against Pat Narduzzi.
- Pitt QB Heintschel faces tough road start and strong Hokies defense.
Virginia Tech, currently 4-0 and ranked No. 30 in the AP poll, hosts undefeated Pitt on Friday, October 2nd, at 7 p.m. ET. This matchup presents an opportunity for the Hokies to secure a Top 25 ranking, a position they haven't held since 2021. Pitt, also 4-0, enters the game with a strong defense, allowing only 8.5 points per game.
The game also highlights a coaching rivalry between Virginia Tech's James Franklin and Pitt's Pat Narduzzi, marking their fifth encounter. Franklin holds a 3-1 record against Narduzzi from their previous matchups. This season, Franklin's defensive coordinator, Brent Pry, faces his former mentor Narduzzi, adding another layer to the rivalry.
A key storyline for Virginia Tech is quarterback Mason Heintschel's performance. Heintschel has shown explosive potential, but struggled in recent games against Power Four opponents. He faces a formidable Virginia Tech defense that leads the FBS in tackles for loss.
