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Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast

247Sports, Virginia Tech Hokies, Virginia Tech, Virginia Tech football, College Football

A podcast on Virginia Tech Sports, brought to you by VT Scoop and 247Sports. Hosted by Andrew Alix, Kolby Crawford, Matej Sis and Doug Bowman.

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All Episodes

67:48

Kolby’s Corner: Virginia Tech Portal Clock Winding...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2026/01/16

Virginia Tech’s transfer portal work is nearing the finish line. Tonight on Kolby’s Corner, Kolby breaks down where things stand as the portal clock winds down, remaining targets to watch, staff updates from the road, roster notes as players return to campus and what’s next heading into winter workouts. Plus, live Q&A!Follow! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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73:54

Kolby's Corner: Ethan Grunkemeyer Signs with VT |...

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2026/01/15

Virginia Tech transfer portal season rolls on, and there’s plenty to unpack on tonight’s Kolby’s Corner. We start with the latest at quarterback, including Ethan Grunkmeyer officially signing with Virginia Tech, clarity on the QB room and what competition will look like moving forward. From there, we dive into remaining transfer portal targets, recent departures and where the Hokies may still look to add depth. The show also covers staff updates, including the ongoing safety coach search, plus

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61:09

Kolby’s Corner: Virginia Tech Portal Buzz, Staff...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2026/01/14

On this episode of Kolby's Corner, Kolby dives into the latest transfer portal buzz, support staff updates and where the Virginia Tech roster stands as the rebuild continues. Follow! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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11:44

New Virginia Tech WR Jeff Exinor Jr. Joins Kolby...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2026/01/13

Former Penn State wide receiver Jeff Exinor Jr. joins Kolby’s Corner to break down his decision to transfer to Virginia Tech, why his trust in James Franklin mattered most and how familiar relationships helped make Blacksburg the right fit. Exinor also talks about competition, doing the dirty work and bringing a physical edge to the wide receiver room as he prepares for his next chapter in Blacksburg. Follow! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit:

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81:26

Kolby’s Corner: Portal Palooza Rolls On at Virginia...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2026/01/13

The transfer portal frenzy continues in Blacksburg. Kolby is breaking down the latest commitments, buzz, Crystal Ball movement and behind-the-scenes staff nuggets as James Franklin’s rebuild keeps rolling. Bring your questions and jump in live. Follow for more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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36:10

Portal Mania Begins

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2026/01/08

Andrew Alix & Doug Bowman regroup to discuss the reshaping of the Virginia Tech roster, both in terms of additions and substructions, as James Franklin's first transfer portal period at Virginia Tech is underwayTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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62:51

Brent Pry RETURNS to Virginia Tech as Defensive...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/12/09

What a world we live in. Reports from CBS Sports confirmed what VTSCOOP had first: James Franklin and Virginia Tech are expected to hire recently fired head coach Brent Pry as defensive coordinator. The crew breaks down this unprecedented move and what it means for the future of the staff and roster retention. Plus, full reactions to the College Football Playoff field...including an all-time rant from Kolby! All that and more on a first-of-its-kind episode of Inside the Tunnel.To learn more

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51:49

Virginia Tech Signing Day Recap: From #124 to #22 in...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/12/04

James Franklin is a magician. In just over two weeks in Blacksburg, he’s taken Virginia Tech’s signing class from 124th nationally all the way to No. 22....and the college football world is taking notice.The VTScoop crew breaks down how it all came together, the pivotal moments that flipped the class’s momentum, and how Tech’s new wave of blue-chip additions project in maroon and orange. Plus, plenty of banter, context, and musings on a truly celebratory episode of Inside the Tunnel. To learn

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42:51

2025 Commonwealth Cup Preview & Other Musings

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/11/26

Andrew joins Doug & Matej from the road to preview the 2025 Commonwealth Cup, while touching on other recruiting related topics. Happy Thanksgiving from the entire VTScoop team! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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30:24

Franklin's First Recruiting Weekend & Miami Preview

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/11/21

Andrew & Kolby come together briefly in Matej & Doug's absence to talk about the James Franklin opening press conference and preview his first recruiting weekend as the Hokies head man, before briefly discussing the game that will actually be played on the field on Saturday.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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23:35

EMERGENCY POD: James Franklin Era Begins at Virginia...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/11/18

Evan G. Watkins, Matej Sis and Kolby Crawford break down the breaking news as James Franklin is set to become the next head coach at Virginia Tech. The crew discusses how the hire came together, what it means for the program, and what to expect next in recruiting, staffing and the weeks ahead.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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32:27

Florida State Preview (Plus More James Franklin...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/11/13

Kolby, Matej and Andrew talk more speculation of James Franklin to Virginia Tech before previewing the Hokies trip to Tallahassee. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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68:23

James Franklin to Tech SMOKE, Louisville Preview

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/10/30

Rumors continue to swirl, both locally and nationally, about James Franklin’s potential candidacy for the Virginia Tech head coaching job. The Inside the Tunnel crew breaks down how real the interest is, what obstacles stand in the way, and how confident they are that a deal could actually happen. Then, they recap the Hokies’ win over Cal before previewing this week’s matchup with No. 16 Louisville.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit:

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59:28

Beamer to Tech Rumors Go National, Cal Preview

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/10/23

After an off week filled with chaos, the Inside the Tunnel crew is back to break down the national wave of Shane Beamer to Virginia Tech rumors. Then, the guys pivot to on-field talk, previewing Friday night’s matchup against Cal in Lane Stadium. Can Tech rebound from its early-season struggles and find momentum against a beatable former Pac-12 opponent? All this and more on another wild and wonderful episode of Inside the Tunnel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices

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87:30

Shane Beamer or James Franklin to Virginia Tech? We...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/10/16

The Hokies dropped another tough one in Atlanta. We briefly break down what went wrong against Georgia Tech before turning the conversation toward the future. With the head coaching search under way, two big names have captivated the fanbase. Could Shane Beamer or James Franklin be realistic options to lead Virginia Tech? We dive into both names and what their potential fit in Blacksburg would look like. All this and more on another exhilarating episode of Inside the Tunnel. To learn more

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66:01

Hokies head to #13 Georgia Tech following loss to Wake

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/10/09

Virginia Tech falls to Wake Forest in another frustrating loss. The crew breaks down what went wrong, what’s left to play for this season, and previews Saturday’s trip to face No. 13 Georgia Tech. All this and more on another tremendous episode of Inside the Tunnel.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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70:35

Hokies Upset NC State, Funding Boost, and Wake Forest...

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2025/10/02

Virginia Tech made headlines on and off the field this week. The Board of Visitors approved a major increase in athletics funding, setting the stage for the future of Hokie sports. On the field, Phil Montgomery’s squad stunned NC State in a statement win—what it means for the season and how expectations shift moving forward. Plus, we break down Virginia Tech’s upcoming matchup against Wake Forest and what to watch for as the Hokies look to build on their momentum. All this and Kolby's review of the

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76:42

Virginia Tech Athletics Funding Plan Breakdown, NC...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/09/24

Virginia Tech's BOV has unveiled a bold new athletics funding plan, and we’re breaking down what it means for the future of Hokie sports...from football resources to overall program competitiveness. We’ll dig into the key details, potential challenges, and long-term implications for the university’s place in the evolving college athletics landscape.Then, we turn our attention to the gridiron with a full NC State preview. All that and more on this week’s episode of Inside the Tunnel. To

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67:52

EMERGENCY POD: The Brent Pry Experiment Ends at...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/09/14

Virginia Tech has officially parted ways with head coach Brent Pry after three and a quarter turbulent seasons in Blacksburg that were capped off by a humiliating loss to Old Dominion at Lane Stadium. Andrew Alix, Matej Sis & Doug Bowman break down how the Hokies arrived at this point, where things went wrong, and what this decision says Whit Babcock’s future. We revisit the lows of Pry’s tenure, discuss the fanbase’s growing disillusionment, and look ahead to the coaching search — who the realistic

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70:58

Vanderbilt Recap (and the future of VT Football), ODU...

Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast ·

2025/09/10

Virginia Tech’s non-conference Power 4 skid rolls on after a brutal second-half collapse against Vanderbilt. With fan frustration at an all-time high, we break down what went wrong, what it means for the future of the Brent Pry era, and the pressure building on Whit Babcock. Plus, we turn the page with a sobering preview of ODU on this week’s Inside the Tunnel.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad

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