Pitt's Pat Narduzzi and Virginia Tech's James Franklin have met before, just not quite like this
When James Franklin took over at Virginia Tech last fall, only a few weeks after being fired at Penn State, Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi made it a point to reach out to a perceived mortal enemy who isn't actually a mortal enemy at all. “He’s a ball coach,” Narduzzi said. “Love” is not a word Narduzzi throws around a lot, particularly when it comes to another school, and especially when that…
Pitt's Pat Narduzzi and Virginia Tech's James Franklin have previously met, though not under these circumstances. When Franklin became the new head coach at Virginia Tech, he made an effort to reconnect with his former opponent from their brief series together at Penn State. Coach Narduzzi expressed his respect for Franklin's coaching abilities, describing him as "a first-class coach."
The matchup between the two teams this Friday could prove crucial for both sides, with Virginia Tech aiming to start their season strong and Pittsburgh seeking its first win since 2021. Despite the buzz surrounding the game, Narduzzi and Franklin remain focused on the task at hand, with Narduzzi emphasizing the importance of consistent wins and Franklin acknowledging the benefits of a change of scenery.
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