Brett Holmes

Joined: Mar 17, 2025

Brett Holmes has been covering the Hokies as a Sports Media & Analytics student at the school for the past two years. Alongside writing, he works behind the scenes as a production assistant for Virginia Tech's athletic production organization Hokie Vision. In his free time, he produces his own podcast, Holmes Field Advantage, on his YouTube. You can find him on X @_BrettHolmes

Sep 6, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies running back Terion Stewart (8) runs the ball during the second quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

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James Franklin's spring programs have revealed a lot about how the Hokies will look in 2026. He's taken a more hands-on approach on offense, with Ty Howle takin

Feb 21, 2026; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies guard Neoklis Avdalas (17) celebrates with fans after the game at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

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Mike Young has lost four players to the portal so far. How impactful will each loss be next season?

Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Kyron Drones (1) looks to pass against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes during the fourth quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

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Draft season kicks off in Blacksburg with Virginia Tech's Pro Day. The last batch of players from the Brent Pry era will test on March 27th in front of an array

Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies head coach James Franklin on the sidelines before the start of the game against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

Recruiting

The Hokies have already begun building their 2027 class. James Franklin tallied his first commitment for the 2027 class in St. Frances's Alexander Taylor. Taylo

Jan 4, 2026; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies head coach Megan Duffy calls out instructions during the first half against the Louisville Cardinals at KFC Yum! Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

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After a transitional year in 2024-25, the Hokies are back in familiar territory with their first March Madness berth of the Megan Duffy era. Virginia Tech has

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When the news of Neoklis Avdalas heading to Blacksburg first broke in June, fans couldn't stop dreaming of what strides he could guide the Hokies towards. He wa

Feb 28, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies head coach Mike Young reacts in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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The 2025-26 season was a massive improvement from the previous, but there's still lingering disappointment based on what this year could've been. The final gam

Nov 15, 2025; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Penn State quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer (17) throws a ball during warmups before a game against the Michigan State Spartans at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Mullin-Imagn Images

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After the 2025 season, a restructure was necessary. Most programs rebuild when transitioning between coaches. James Franklin revamped the Hokies in a manner tha

Dec 31, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions tight ends coach Ty Howle against the Boise State Broncos during the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Ty Howle is the third offensive play caller in as many years for Virginia Tech. That leads to a relatively low bar set for expectations, especially given the pr

Nov 22, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies linebacker Noah Chambers (16) tackles Miami (FL) Hurricanes running back Mark Fletcher Jr. (4) during the third quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

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The restoration of Hokie football has been plastered across Blacksburg both figuratively and literally. When James Franklin took over operations in November, he

Nov 23, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions tight end Luke Reynolds (85) celebrates after converting a fake punt against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the fourth quarter at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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The praise has been sung for months now surrounding the impact James Franklin has already made on Virginia Tech. The Hokies have gone from one of the ACC's weak

Feb 7, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies head coach Mike Young in the huddle during the second half of the game against the NC State Wolfpack at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

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The Hokies fell 16-8 on the year after their third loss out of the last four bouts. Since the turn of the year, the Hokies have been hot and cold. Their span of

Brett Holmes

Joined: Mar 17, 2025

Virginia Tech RB Terion Stewart Signs With The Kansas City Chiefs As An Undrafted Free Agent

Virginia Tech QB Kyron Drones Signs with the Green Bay Packers as an Undrafted Free Agent

Ranking Every Hokie I Think Could Be Selected in the 2026 NFL Draft

The One Trait That Makes Each Virginia Tech Prospect Draftable

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Three Players That Need to Go from Good to Great for Hokies Football

Basketball

How Every Transfer Departure Will Affect Virginia Tech Basketball

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Five Hokies Who Could Improve Their Draft Stock At Today's Pro Day

Recruiting

Is Virginia Tech About to Heat Up on the Recruiting Trail?

Basketball

Virginia Tech WBB March Madness History: Team Record, Duffy's Resume, & Best Moments

Basketball

Should Hokies' Neoklis Avdalas Declare for the 2026 NBA Draft?

Basketball

Three Things Virginia Tech Must Address in the Transfer Portal To Compete In 2026-2027

Football

One Question Each Offensive Position For the Hokies Faces This Spring

Three Big Tests Ty Howle Faces with Virginia Tech's Offense

The Most Underrated Players for Virginia Tech Heading Into the Spring

Ranking Virginia Tech's Top Five Transfer Portal Acquisitions

The Good, Bad, and Ugly from the Hokies 82-73 Loss to NC State