James Franklin Adds Two Offensive Line Commitments to Virginia Tech Football's Recruiting Class

Top N.J. offensive line prospect talks new college commitment, state championship

Less than 24 hours before playing his final high school game at DePaul Catholic, Marlen Bright made a significant change in his future football plans.

Hokies gain commitments from 2 offensive linemen

FOOTBALL RECRUITING Hokies gain commitments from 2 offensive linemen Virginia Tech added two more players — both offensive linemen from New Jersey — to its recent commitment list under new coach James Franklin. Roseby “Purgatory” Lubintus, 6-foot-6, 350-pounder from Timber Creek High in Sicklerville, chose the Hokies. According to Tech Sideline, he held offers from Florida, Penn State, Maryland and others. 247 Sports Composite lists him as a 3-s…

Hokies gain commitments from 2 offensive linemen

FOOTBALL RECRUITING Hokies gain commitments from 2 offensive linemen Virginia Tech added two more players — both offensive linemen from New Jersey — to its recent commitment list under new coach James Franklin. Roseby “Purgatory” Lubintus, 6-foot-6, 350-pounder from Timber Creek High in Sicklerville, chose the Hokies. According to Tech Sideline, he held offers from Florida, Penn State, Maryland and others. 247 Sports Composite lists him as a 3-s…

James Franklin adds two offensive line commitments to Virginia Tech football's recruiting class

A four-star offensive tackle and a three-star offensive tackle announce commitments to Virginia Tech.

New Jersey Offensive Lineman Marlen Bright Commits To Virginia Tech

James Franklin landed his second New Jersey offensive lineman in four-star recruit Marlen Bright.

James Franklin Strikes Penn State Again With A Revengeful Move

James Franklin (Image Credits: Imagn) James Franklin just pulled off something Virginia Tech fans haven’t seen over a decade—a full-scale recruiting heater. When VT brought him in as Brent Pry’s replacement, it wasn’t just a coaching hire; it was a franchise-style reboot. Franklin was the biggest free agent on the coaching market after parting ways with Penn State, and everyone knew if anyone could flip the script fast in Blacksburg, it was him.…