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Reports: James Franklin to Name Ty Howle Virginia Tech OC as Danny O’Brien Takes QB Role

The hires deepen his push to recreate trusted systems to accelerate Virginia Tech’s recruiting.

Nov 19, 2025; Blacksburg, VA, USA; Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin speaks during the press conference at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 27: A detailed view of a Virginia Tech helmet beside a line marker prior to the game between the Virginia Tech Hokies and the NC State Wolfpack at Carter-Finley Stadium on September 27, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported that Penn State co-offensive coordinator and tight ends coach Ty Howle is expected to leave for Virginia Tech to serve as offensive coordinator and play-caller.
  • Thamel and multiple outlets also reported that Penn State quarterbacks coach Danny O’Brien is expected to join the Hokies as quarterbacks coach.
  • Virginia Tech has not formally announced the staff moves, which continue Franklin’s effort to import familiar assistants to Blacksburg.
  • Franklin previously brought back former Hokies head coach and longtime Penn State assistant Brent Pry as defensive coordinator, reinforcing continuity on defense.
  • Newsweek, citing 247Sports, noted Virginia Tech has flipped 2026 recruits from Penn State and risen to No. 24 in the class rankings, while observers warn Penn State could lose DMV recruiting traction with Howle departing.