James Duncan

Joined: Aug 18, 2025

James Duncan is a senior at Virginia Tech studying Sports Media and Analytics. He is an active member of 3304 Sports, covering Virginia Tech sports, as well as a reporter for The Lead covering the Washington Commanders. James is passionate about delivering detailed, accurate coverage and helping readers connect with the games they love.

Football

A 6.5-win line says fringe bowl team; the talent Franklin assembled this offseason says a tier higher.

Blacksburg, VA — James Franklin at the 2026 Virginia Tech spring game.

Football

These freshmen have the opportunity to make their mark in college immediately.

James Franklin at Virginia Tech's spring practice on March 21, 2026.

Football

Three calls on Virginia Tech's 2026 season that look reckless in July and might not in November.

Dec 4, 2021; Charlotte, NC, USA; Former Virginia Tech Hokies player and head coach Frank Beamer is honored before the ACC championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Four coaches who shaped what Virginia Tech athletics looks like today.

Feb 21, 2026; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies forward Tobi Lawal (1) goes up for a dunk against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons during the second half at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

Basketball

Tobi Lawal didn't pick up a basketball until he was 16. On Wednesday night in Brooklyn, Dallas made him a professional.

Brian White, Vice president and director of athletics at FAU speaks at The Palm Beach Post's NIL, Name, Image and Likeness forum in West Palm Beach, Florida, on August 27, 2025.

Football

White has been the Athletic Director at FAU since 2018.

Football

James Franklin will need to rely on these players to have a successful year one.

Sep 6, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies defensive lineman Kemari Copeland (13) celebrates a defensive stop during the first quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

Football

A category-by-category look at who carries the load for James Franklin's first Hokies team.

Sep 21, 2024; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies wide receiver Takye Heath (2) runs the ball against Rutgers Scarlet Knights defensive back Bo Mascoe (3) during the fourth quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

Football

Ayden Greene led Virginia Tech in receiving last season with 31 catches for 516 yards. That was the team high. The passing offense ranked dead last in the ACC a