# ![@RickyLaBlue Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::53070911.png) @RickyLaBlue Ricky LaBlue

Ricky LaBlue posts on X about virginia tech, money, has been, portal the most. They currently have [-----] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [-----] engagements in the last [--] hours.

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### Top Social Posts
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"http://x.com/i/article/2018337623324991488 http://x.com/i/article/2018337623324991488"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2018338751630504096)  2026-02-02T15:00Z [----] followers, 12.8K engagements


"Hard to not love this. #Hokies CJF knows how to celebrate  🎉 https://t.co/haFM8azSav CJF knows how to celebrate  🎉 https://t.co/haFM8azSav"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2018500470868726236)  2026-02-03T01:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@DennyDelivers2 @JohnNewby_ And if the cars didnt parachute every time they got out of line"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2019578550135975955)  2026-02-06T01:07Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Things I would do if I tore my ACL 1) Not race other skiiers down a large mountain This is elite-level badassery all for the love of the game and the country. 🫡 Nothing makes me happier First training run today at 10:30am CET. Im bib #10. Lets go https://t.co/VlZ4YK3eos Nothing makes me happier First training run today at 10:30am CET. Im bib #10. Lets go https://t.co/VlZ4YK3eos"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2019783093071089833)  2026-02-06T14:39Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"https://www.hokiehangoverpod.com/virginia-tech-basketball-on-march-madness-bubble-as-james-franklin-finalizes-coaching-staff/ https://www.hokiehangoverpod.com/virginia-tech-basketball-on-march-madness-bubble-as-james-franklin-finalizes-coaching-staff/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2019856775621800407)  2026-02-06T19:32Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Ladies and gentlemen he got him. Ethan Grunkemeyer officially committed to Virginia Tech on Wednesday giving James Franklin his biggest catch in this month's transfer portal haul. Make no mistake about it Grunkemeyer is the odds-on favorite to be the #Hokies starting quarterback in [----]. Itsbeennearly adecade since a Virginia Tech quarterback put together a complete season worthy of recognition. Whether it was Josh Jackson Ryan Willis Hendon Hooker Grant Wells or Kyron Drones the Hokies quarterback play haslooked far too similar to thequarterback play of the Cleveland Browns. Can"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2011853108276519200)  2026-01-15T17:28Z [----] followers, 34.6K engagements


"http://x.com/i/article/2021221940589969408 http://x.com/i/article/2021221940589969408"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2021223280649076985)  2026-02-10T14:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"https://www.hokiehangoverpod.com/blog/virginia-tech-coaching-files-norval-mckenzie/ https://www.hokiehangoverpod.com/blog/virginia-tech-coaching-files-norval-mckenzie/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2021223402506199075)  2026-02-10T14:03Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"What a whirlwind. Virginia Tech has all but wrapped up its [----] transfer portal class. James Franklin promised to be active and he followed through the #Hokies brought in [--] transfers from across the country turning over a large chunk of the roster in just a couple of weeks. Keeping up with all the individual transfers can be difficult but here are the key takeaways from Virginia Techs transfer portal chaos. Building for the Future One of the biggest questionssurrounding James Franklins first offseason was how he wouldutilizethe transfer portal. Would he spend big on a few big names or would"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2016239972655972730)  2026-01-27T20:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Started a new series yesterday where I'll be examining James Franklin's new coaching staff at Virginia Tech. First up The guy coaching the most important position on the field. #Hokies https://t.co/9hbl8mksux https://t.co/9hbl8mksux"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2018678451192910242)  2026-02-03T13:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Can't afford Sorry I couldn't hear you over our $229 million stimulus package and a budget surplus. #Hokies @RickyLaBlue It's the stadium renovation project and it will all be paid for within a few years. Wait until whiney Franklin blames losses on outdated facilities and tries to gaslight VT into spending money it can't afford. @RickyLaBlue It's the stadium renovation project and it will all be paid for within a few years. Wait until whiney Franklin blames losses on outdated facilities and tries to gaslight VT into spending money it can't afford"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2019783592407162962)  2026-02-06T14:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Virginia Tech Basketball finds themselves firmly on the March Madness bubble with several opportunities for big wins on the horizon. The latest episode of Hokie Hangover is live We discuss #Hokies hoops as well as James Franklin's presser this week"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2019856773419860188)  2026-02-06T19:32Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The ACC has announced amended conference schedules for [----] as the conference moves to a nine-game slate. Virginia Tech's Home Games: Georgia Tech Pitt Stanford Virginia Virginia Tech's Road Games: Boston College Cal Clemson Miami SMU That's a brutal schedule. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2001035824414982217)  2025-12-16T21:04Z [----] followers, 93.3K engagements


"LED lights look cool and all but this was never a priority for me. Virginia Tech has other things it could be spending $2 million on than cool lights. Sidenote: @DougBowman247 digs this stuff up better than anyone. #Hokies 🚨LED lights are coming to Lane Stadium. 🚨 On Jan. [--] Virginia Tech placed a $2.139M order w/ @MuscoLighting for "Virginia Tech Football Lane Stadium LED" according to public records. This is project No. [--] in Whit Babcock's BOV presentation to be put in motion. #Hokies https://t.co/XHoIz330UL 🚨LED lights are coming to Lane Stadium. 🚨 On Jan. [--] Virginia Tech placed a"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2019054750453342590)  2026-02-04T14:25Z [----] followers, 18.5K engagements


"#Hokies arent dead yet. Monster win tonight pushes Virginia Tech back into contention. another one for our resume 😏 https://t.co/f2ZoQu3rGF another one for our resume 😏 https://t.co/f2ZoQu3rGF"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2021767182842310901)  2026-02-12T02:03Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Now heres one that could work #Hokies @RickyLaBlue Fine. Just for you https://t.co/dkIHVuuzCZ @RickyLaBlue Fine. Just for you https://t.co/dkIHVuuzCZ"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2021947825597383087)  2026-02-12T14:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@SiriusXMNASCAR @JoeGibbsRacing Gabehart revived Denny's career put two cars in the final four in his only season as competition director and then gets handed his walking papers I love Joe as much as the next guy but this seems misguided"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2021962996675653832)  2026-02-12T15:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@Hokie20 I'd flip the stripe colors. Maroon fill white outline"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2021950909534576985)  2026-02-12T14:13Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"In all seriousness @Hokie20s Helmet Builder allowed me to set what SHOULD be Virginia Techs lineup of helmets. These are objectively incredible and no dissent is allowed. #Hokies Now heres one that could work #Hokies https://t.co/dV0JF5wpIF Now heres one that could work #Hokies https://t.co/dV0JF5wpIF"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/2021981554726383927)  2026-02-12T16:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Virginia Tech will need to open-field tackle just like that all night long. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972079302071210044)  2025-09-27T23:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Doesnt seem like that lasted long. Lots of missed tackles on this drive. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972082148216918214)  2025-09-27T23:33Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Is there a reason why Kaleb Spencer has barely played this season He makes plays especially in the run game. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972086872055976382)  2025-09-27T23:52Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"*Sees Virginia Tech pass* *Sees it go to a running back who then scores* New player caller same thinking. RUN THE BALL New player caller same thinking. RUN THE BALL"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972089937370796313)  2025-09-28T00:04Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"If that stands Ayden Greene can yap all he wants. Dude has showed up every week and contributed. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972093781953724743)  2025-09-28T00:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"#Hokies need to clean up the penalties. Not a team that can consistently overcome those"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972097944984907999)  2025-09-28T00:36Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Feels like Monty is getting too cute with the playcalls. The success on the ground is there. Press your advantage. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972108242768875910)  2025-09-28T01:16Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"LET THE BIG FELLA RUN Terion is the real deal. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972111388362371485)  2025-09-28T01:29Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Just watched a replay of the first down where a #Hokies rushers helmet was facing the opposite direction of his face. Guess it didnt matter that the NC State blocker was holding it"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972115082210693304)  2025-09-28T01:44Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"You cannot stop John Love. You cant even hope to contain him. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972120549829890531)  2025-09-28T02:05Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"How many #Hokies missed recovering the fumble Good lord"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972121660162461752)  2025-09-28T02:10Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Im torn on this call. Neither option is great. Given the circumstances I think I might go for it. But I see why Monty would punt it. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972124806935105958)  2025-09-28T02:22Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"https://www.hokiehangoverpod.com/blog/virginia-tech-coaching-matters-nc-state-win/ https://www.hokiehangoverpod.com/blog/virginia-tech-coaching-matters-nc-state-win/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972150790753341730)  2025-09-28T04:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Are the vibes back in Blacksburg Were going live in about an hour to recap Virginia Techs upset win in Raleigh over NC State. Join us #Hokies Lets do a victory pod shall we Live show begins tonight around 9:15 pm. See yall in a bit. #Hokies Lets do a victory pod shall we Live show begins tonight around 9:15 pm. See yall in a bit. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972456434093957210)  2025-09-29T00:20Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"As much as it pains me to say I think Dan Mullen fits Arkansas better than Virginia Tech. Would be surprised if Arkansas didn't consider Ryan Silverfield as well. #Hokies Hearing last night. Petrino considered a longshot. Majority of boosters aligning around Lashlee who likely won't take the job. Dan Mullen 4-0 at UNLV is lobbying hard to get the job. Built MSU into an SEC winner. Was winning at Fla but ticked off two powerful boosters there. Hearing last night. Petrino considered a longshot. Majority of boosters aligning around Lashlee who likely won't take the job. Dan Mullen 4-0 at UNLV is"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972682337298141282)  2025-09-29T15:18Z [----] followers, 10.3K engagements


"@MikeMcDanielSI Can NC State do any better That question has to be answered before anything else"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972715953298227589)  2025-09-29T17:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@DirtyMoMedia Big Denny fan here but it seems reasonable that Denny could apologize for shipping it in there a little too hard to the point where it took him and Bubba out of the race. I get going for the win but he could've done it more reasonably"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1972740510298382829)  2025-09-29T19:09Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Theres an element of the uniform not shown here Just wait on it. #Hokies WEEK [--] HOMECOMING: VIRGINIA TECH VS. WAKE FOREST 🧵: ORANGE EFFECT 📍: LANE STADIUM BLACKSBURG VA 📺: [--] PM ET ON @TheCW_Sports #ThisIsHome https://t.co/VJifOnJFcx WEEK [--] HOMECOMING: VIRGINIA TECH VS. WAKE FOREST 🧵: ORANGE EFFECT 📍: LANE STADIUM BLACKSBURG VA 📺: [--] PM ET ON @TheCW_Sports #ThisIsHome https://t.co/VJifOnJFcx"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1973010838845010036)  2025-09-30T13:03Z [----] followers, 29.9K engagements


"One of the most important BoV meetings in recent memory. It's time for Virginia Tech to decide what kind of football program they want. Watch the meeting live #Hokies Virginia Tech's Board of Visitors meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. It's being livestreamed at the link below. #Hokies https://t.co/m9hdOgulgV Virginia Tech's Board of Visitors meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. It's being livestreamed at the link below. #Hokies https://t.co/m9hdOgulgV"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1973012945992098010)  2025-09-30T13:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Virginia Tech has approved the proposed funding plan to further support athletics. Board of Visitors voted 13-1 in favor of the plan. Now comes the real difficult work raising the money. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1973024617301414147)  2025-09-30T13:58Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"#Hokies have committed to ponying up nearly $230 million over the next four years for athletics. For those interested in head coaching opportunities you have to see this as a serious commitment"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1973025115530268732)  2025-09-30T14:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Noah Chambers made more plays at linebacker than just about anybody else has over the last four seasons. Let 'em run. #Hokies Montgomery sure made it sound like the freshmen the #Hokies rolled out there Saturday (Noah Chambers and Sheldon Robinson most notably) will continue to play: "We're going to keep rolling the way we're rolling and those guys are a tremendous help." Montgomery sure made it sound like the freshmen the #Hokies rolled out there Saturday (Noah Chambers and Sheldon Robinson most notably) will continue to play: "We're going to keep rolling the way we're rolling and those guys"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1973061894232486111)  2025-09-30T16:26Z [----] followers, 12.8K engagements


"Mmm. Those helmets are GREAT. #Hokies Class is in session Dont forget to wear your uniform. 📙👀 #ThisIsHome #Homecoming https://t.co/WOraTjIMl8 Class is in session Dont forget to wear your uniform. 📙👀 #ThisIsHome #Homecoming https://t.co/WOraTjIMl8"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1973500780457148687)  2025-10-01T21:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Lets take everything people love about college football and make it worse The Big Ten has been in discussion for months with several private capital firms to infuse upwards of $2 billion into its schools that would require a 10-year extension of the grant of rights (2046) in a tiered distribution structure sources tell @YahooSports as ESPN reported. The Big Ten has been in discussion for months with several private capital firms to infuse upwards of $2 billion into its schools that would require a 10-year extension of the grant of rights (2046) in a tiered distribution structure sources tell"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1973582032673579237)  2025-10-02T02:53Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Meanwhile in Blacksburg. The Virginia Tech-Nike deal remains a thorn in the #Hokies side as other programs capitalize on expiring apparel deals. Source: Georgia Tech and Under Armour have agreed to a new 10-year deal for UA to become the official apparel provider effective July [--] of [----]. The deal is expected to be nearly six-times more than the average annual amount that GTech is getting from current adidas deal. https://t.co/MeZfbDkuTU Source: Georgia Tech and Under Armour have agreed to a new 10-year deal for UA to become the official apparel provider effective July [--] of [----]. The deal is"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974106115039514854)  2025-10-03T13:35Z [----] followers, 33.1K engagements


"FWIW I'm good with Virginia Tech staying with Nike. I prefer Nike uniforms over the other brands. But VT's inability to extract more from that deal leaves me confused"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974108257418686900)  2025-10-03T13:44Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Tech won an ACC Championship in basketball just a couple years ago. They still get solid ratings on TV despite the poor product. Fans still pack the stands. Even in mediocrity Virginia Tech's brand is still stronger than some other programs that get more value out of their deals"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974119011810967725)  2025-10-03T14:27Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"This committee seems pretty damn solid. I think the #Hokies can trust this group. There are eight members on the #Hokies search committee for the next football coach. https://t.co/Fnj5PplI9Y There are eight members on the #Hokies search committee for the next football coach. https://t.co/Fnj5PplI9Y"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974125349492699290)  2025-10-03T14:52Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Now Im concerned. Whit Babcock should not have any significant role in hiring the next football coach. None. #Hokies Babcock says the #Hokies search committee will be in charge of identifying the top two to four candidates. Those candidates are then referred to the "hiring authorities" -- that's Babcock president TIm Sands and rector of the BOV John Rocovich. Babcock says the #Hokies search committee will be in charge of identifying the top two to four candidates. Those candidates are then referred to the "hiring authorities" -- that's Babcock president TIm Sands and rector of the BOV John"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974131363801674010)  2025-10-03T15:16Z [----] followers, 11.1K engagements


"@the_4szns My point stands. His role should be as insignificant as possible. Virginia Tech needs to move on"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974133827057619191)  2025-10-03T15:25Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"If this university continues to allow Whit Babcock to serve as the #Hokies Director of Athletics next year I hope they're prepared for the blowback they'll receive from fans and donors alike. Babcock said he's nearing the end of his 12th year as the #Hokies' AD and is looking forward to starting Year [--] in January. Says "buck stops with me" for lack of football success but wants to fix it. Sure doesn't sound like he's going anywhere. https://t.co/dIrAfIL9MB Babcock said he's nearing the end of his 12th year as the #Hokies' AD and is looking forward to starting Year [--] in January. Says "buck"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974139827919728778)  2025-10-03T15:49Z [----] followers, 12.7K engagements


"Back in the saddle. Privileged to cover yet another game inside Lane Stadium. Its a warm fall day in Blacksburg where Virginia Tech is essentially a touchdown favorite. Lay em. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974508469563916545)  2025-10-04T16:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@DarrenHeitner College athletics is thriving for players coaches and administrators/executives while fans suffer. But that's fine who cares about the fans anyway"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974509024105374089)  2025-10-04T16:16Z [----] followers, 12.8K engagements


"An updated look at todays crowd during Enter Sandman. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974521694401531996)  2025-10-04T17:07Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"On @HokieHangover this week @MikeMcDanielSI mentioned that he was interested in how Virginia Tech will handle some success. #Hokies are riding higher now that they have all season. Can they play with the same intensity they did when their backs were against the wall"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974522434113171717)  2025-10-04T17:10Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Virginia Tech's defense flashed some more creativity on that first drive showing some five DL looks with three DTs in the middle. Ben Bell made a couple of nice tackles on the first possession including one that got the #Hokies off the field"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974524227723411825)  2025-10-04T17:17Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@DarrenHeitner You are missing the point. Unlike other professional leagues fans cheer for the school/brand/logo. It matters far far less who is actually wearing the jersey. That's the reality of college football. That brand is far more valuable than the individual wearing the jersey"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974524554556104995)  2025-10-04T17:18Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Two strong drives from Virginia Tech's defense. Wake's offense lost [--] yards after the Drones turnover. #Hokies offense needs to hold up their end of the bargain"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974526358278852743)  2025-10-04T17:25Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"As bad as Wake's offense has been Virginia Tech has run [--] plays and earned [--] (you read that right) yards. #Hokies Wake's offense thus far: [--] plays [--] yards (2.8 yards per play) [--] penalties for [--] yards Robby Ashford is 4-5 for [--] () yards. Stinky. Wake's offense thus far: [--] plays [--] yards (2.8 yards per play) [--] penalties for [--] yards Robby Ashford is 4-5 for [--] () yards. Stinky"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974527996683002083)  2025-10-04T17:32Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Virginia Tech's offense finally found some rhythm after the short punt. #Hokies attacked the perimeter repeatedly en route to a Marcellous Hawkins touchdown run. [--] plays [--] yards on that drive"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974530818254176659)  2025-10-04T17:43Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Wake has been spamming Demond Claiborne today and that's why. Claiborne finds the endzone on his seventh touch of the first half putting Wake Forest back in front. There's only one real weapon on this Wake offense and the #Hokies know exactly who it is"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974534337862541799)  2025-10-04T17:57Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Loved the play design on that Drones touchdown pass to Takye Heath. Prioleau's motion to the left vacated the middle of the field opening it up for Heath on the slant. Easy money. Virginia Tech back on top. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974536352604770583)  2025-10-04T18:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Ashford is slippery in the pocket but he had to have known he was still in the tackle box. Anyway Ashford's third-down throw is incomplete and the Deacons will punt it away. For the most part Virginia Tech's defense has played well today. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974538415267090882)  2025-10-04T18:13Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"More Noah Chambers please. Let the kid play. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974540179739496915)  2025-10-04T18:20Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"In case you're not tracking at home. Wake's FG came on a Drones turnover. Both of Wake's TDs have been assisted by personal fouls on the defense. Virginia Tech trails by [--] with 2:40 remaining in the first half. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974541374470156562)  2025-10-04T18:25Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Man I sure am glad that the #Hokies ran a short comeback out of bounds to stop the clock saving Wake Forest a timeout. Manage. The. Game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974543315719926095)  2025-10-04T18:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"A list of first-half miscues by the #Hokies: - Drones INT gifts Wake a FG - Roughing the passer extends Wake drive resulting in a TD -Unncessary roughness extends Wake drive resulting in TD -Tech stops the clock w/ outside throw punts it [--] yards assisting in a Wake TD Virginia Tech errors have directly contributed to all of Wake's [--] points. #Hokies trail by [--] at halftime"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974545410623524940)  2025-10-04T18:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Virginia Tech's offense is driving. Drones converts a third-and-long on the ground putting the #Hokies in the redzone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974551997924905406)  2025-10-04T19:07Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Virginia Tech stalls and settles for a John Love field goal cutting Wake's lead to a seven. #Hokies will have to convert those redzone chances into touchdowns if they want to win this one"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974552877952868584)  2025-10-04T19:11Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Crazy how it works when you don't gift your opponent free plays/points. Virginia Tech's defense forces a three-and-out on Wake's first drive of the second half. A Wake penalty on the return puts the #Hokies at their own 47"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974554439211274714)  2025-10-04T19:17Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Some fans won't like the decision to kick the field goal in that situation but it's far too early to begin chasing points. Still #Hokies need to be better on the plus-side of the [--]. Tech has cut Wake Forest's halftime lead to 4"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974555867308785882)  2025-10-04T19:22Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"I'd recommend NOT leaving a receiver wide open on third and long. Virginia Tech has to keep this a one-score game. A Wake TD here changes the dynamic completely. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974557426977567111)  2025-10-04T19:29Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"#Hokies defense hold steady & forces a Wake FG attempt which is wide-right. BUT Virginia Tech and Wake are called for illegal formation penalties and the Deacs get a second chance which is good. Yet another Virginia Tech mistake results in points. I'd recommend NOT leaving a receiver wide open on third and long. Virginia Tech has to keep this a one-score game. A Wake TD here changes the dynamic completely. #Hokies I'd recommend NOT leaving a receiver wide open on third and long. Virginia Tech has to keep this a one-score game. A Wake TD here changes the dynamic completely. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974558639194304895)  2025-10-04T19:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Wake is bringing the heat consistently and the #Hokies don't have an answer. Virginia Tech punting it back to Wake with 2:53 left in Q3"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974560902193316263)  2025-10-04T19:42Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"That'll change the game Batted pass is picked off by Isaiah Brown-Murray who returns it inside the Wake [--]. Touchdown or bust here. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974561583193108619)  2025-10-04T19:45Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Virginia Tech gets stuffed on consecutive runs inside the [--]. That cannot happen. And in true #Hokies fashion Donavon Green picks up an unsportsmanlike to remove any possibility of going for it. VT trails 27-23"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974562545131503777)  2025-10-04T19:49Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Back-to-back penalties from Wake and Virginia Tech gains a free [--] yards of field position. #Hokies have it around their own [--] with plenty of time remaining"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974566125024510259)  2025-10-04T20:03Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Nifty find by Drones to throw back across the field for the first down. Heath was wide open after the scramble. Virginia Tech will need a couple more of those plays if they want to pull this one out. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974567509341921513)  2025-10-04T20:09Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Donavon Greene is interferred with on the deep pass and the #Hokies get an automatic first down inside Wake's [--]. Virginia Tech has struggled here all day. Can they finally convert"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974567997449900436)  2025-10-04T20:11Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Kyron yet again fails to recognize the pressure and Virginia Tech is forced to kick the field goal. And John Love misses. #Hokies still trail by 4"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974568606332858787)  2025-10-04T20:13Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Virginia Tech has settled for field goal attempts four times inside the Wake Forest 31-yard-line. Combine that with all the mistakes and the #Hokeis will be lucky to win this one"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974569003982151756)  2025-10-04T20:15Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Another dropped interception for Virginia Tech this time it's Thomas Williams. Williams was also injured on the play. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974569334543393228)  2025-10-04T20:16Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Wake is killing Virginia Tech with these screens and underneath throws. It's been the bulk of the Demon Deacons offense. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974571237847507215)  2025-10-04T20:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The stage is set. Virginia Tech will have a chance to tie it with just over two minutes left. Hard to believe the #Hokies still have a chance to win this game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974572868785598757)  2025-10-04T20:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ballgame. Virginia Tech turns it over on downs and Wake Forest will run out the clock. #Hokies gave this one away. The stage is set. Virginia Tech will have a chance to tie it with just over two minutes left. Hard to believe the #Hokies still have a chance to win this game. The stage is set. Virginia Tech will have a chance to tie it with just over two minutes left. Hard to believe the #Hokies still have a chance to win this game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974574538651492726)  2025-10-04T20:37Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Philip Montgomery takes the podium after the #Hokies loss: "Disappointing and frustrating but I'm proud of our guys." Praises Tech's effort and passion they showed on the field"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1974582461565894968)  2025-10-04T21:08Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@RossDellenger Your turn #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1975607479032815946)  2025-10-07T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@AnyCoastCounts Did the fans hate the bevel As an outsider I liked how unique it was"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1975623988346036510)  2025-10-07T18:07Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Any #Hokies out there with this kind of money Id like a minute of your time please. Stanford philanthropist and former trustee Bradford M. Freeman has made a $50 million gift to benefit Stanford football. Described as a "game-changing gift." https://t.co/IESR5dhMAh Stanford philanthropist and former trustee Bradford M. Freeman has made a $50 million gift to benefit Stanford football. Described as a "game-changing gift." https://t.co/IESR5dhMAh"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1975944444898955561)  2025-10-08T15:20Z [----] followers, 12.4K engagements


"@GoHeels Belichick to Cunningham after they worked on this statement"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1976101464104894778)  2025-10-09T01:44Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"This might get ugly in a hurry. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1977100520017084668)  2025-10-11T19:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The fight continues. #Hokies block the field goal and have a shot to get back in this one. Gotta give Virginia Tech credit - since Montgomery took over this team keeps fighting regardless of the score. #Hokies have cut it to a one-score game. Gotta give Virginia Tech credit - since Montgomery took over this team keeps fighting regardless of the score. #Hokies have cut it to a one-score game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1977130178204885359)  2025-10-11T21:52Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Virginia Tech cant stop a 1990s offense meanwhile Im watching noted CFB powerhouse Indiana take the lead in an upset bid over Oregon in Eugene. Yeah Im salty. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1977134445955334623)  2025-10-11T22:09Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"https://www.hokiehangoverpod.com/blog/reasons-to-continue-watching-virginia-tech/ https://www.hokiehangoverpod.com/blog/reasons-to-continue-watching-virginia-tech/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1977391357380468844)  2025-10-12T15:10Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Damn that was fast. Sources: Penn State has fired James Franklin. Sources: Penn State has fired James Franklin"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1977434165978202252)  2025-10-12T18:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Virginia Tech will have A LOT of competition on the head coaching market this year. Tons of openings and its not even November"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1977434542500942159)  2025-10-12T18:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The biggest question for me is does James Franklin want to coach Does him getting fired motivate him Or does he rest on his laurels after securing an epic buyout If James Franklin is pissed off I think hed be a great hire"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1977773561915019612)  2025-10-13T16:28Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Another point of clarification: I dont know James Franklin personally. Im sure hes a good guy. But when your school gets obliterated on the recruiting trail time and time again it can be fun rooting against that guy"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1977776630501089333)  2025-10-13T16:41Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Maryland has to be Ground Zero when it comes to universities killing their football program in the pursuit of cash. What did those fat media rights checks cost them Everything. The announced attendance at Maryland (39623) is the smallest regular season crowd Nebraska has played in front of since. the last time NU played at Maryland (34082 in 2019). The announced attendance at Maryland (39623) is the smallest regular season crowd Nebraska has played in front of since. the last time NU played at Maryland (34082 in 2019)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1978468741399589018)  2025-10-15T14:31Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"This sucks. We're de-valuing the regular season and rewarding a team getting hot down the stretch as opposed to season-long consistency and success. College football was better when the big-time regular season matchups meant something. Itll be fascinating to watch college football fans rewire their brains over the next [--] years to think more like NFL fans. The one-loss-and-youre-done mindset is gone. Paritys here. Bad weeks happen. The sports evolving now fanbases have to. Itll be fascinating to watch college football fans rewire their brains over the next [--] years to think more like NFL fans."  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1978501919858405472)  2025-10-15T16:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@Vtnova I don't want CFB becoming more like the NFL. I want them to be unique and distinct. If I wanted to care deeply about the NFL I would. But I don't I want to care about the things that make CFB different and interesting"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/1978508860634619999)  2025-10-15T17:10Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Do #Colts fans now root for Peyton to win it all"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/422233321381564416)  2014-01-12T05:07Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"We're here Minor problem though. That school doesn't exist. #VirginiaTech http://t.co/4lV8rbV5tD"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/563707521773608960)  2015-02-06T14:35Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Multiple reports now saying this is done. #Hokies https://x.com/mcmurphyespn/status/670684954913828866 Justin Fuente will be new coach at Virginia Tech. Bud Foster & Shane Beamer will remain on Hokies' staff source told @espn https://x.com/mcmurphyespn/status/670684954913828866 Justin Fuente will be new coach at Virginia Tech. Bud Foster & Shane Beamer will remain on Hokies' staff source told @espn"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/670686985082695680)  2015-11-28T19:33Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Virginia Tech basketball offered [--] () recruits this past week. Here's your #Hokies weekly recruiting recap. http://virginiatech.sportswar.com/article/2016/07/18/virginia-tech-recruiting-update-july-11-17/ http://virginiatech.sportswar.com/article/2016/07/18/virginia-tech-recruiting-update-july-11-17/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/755042304918945793)  2016-07-18T14:11Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"TSL Pass - @fisherlegal Friday Q&A: Quarterbacks players who could breakout http://virginiatech.sportswar.com/subscription/2016/08/19/fisher-law-firm-friday-qa-quarterbacks-players-step/ http://virginiatech.sportswar.com/subscription/2016/08/19/fisher-law-firm-friday-qa-quarterbacks-players-step/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/766733951893401601)  2016-08-19T20:29Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Pretty one-sided affair today. #Hokies up 52-3 on Virginia with one more quarter to play"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/802600455671021572)  2016-11-26T19:50Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Heads up folks The @TechSideline Podcast is back New episode drops tomorrow afternoon #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/951287368312598528)  2018-01-11T02:59Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Tech women's basketball cruised to a win over Pittsburgh last night pushing the #Hokies to 2-2 in the ACC. https://virginiatech.sportswar.com/article/womens-basketball/2018/01/12/virginia-tech-womens-basketball-earns-second-acc-win-vs-pittsburgh/ https://virginiatech.sportswar.com/article/womens-basketball/2018/01/12/virginia-tech-womens-basketball-earns-second-acc-win-vs-pittsburgh/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/951828960530391040)  2018-01-12T14:51Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Virginia Tech has added another commitment to their Class of [----] and another prospect from the [---]. This time it's Jaevon Becton. #Hokies https://virginiatech.sportswar.com/article/2018/01/31/jaevon-becton-commits-virginia-tech/ https://virginiatech.sportswar.com/article/2018/01/31/jaevon-becton-commits-virginia-tech/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/958790477507186688)  2018-01-31T19:53Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Im at Lord Botetourt HS outside of Roanoke VA for Jesse Hansons commitment ceremony. Hanson is a [----] OL that the #Hokies really covet. Going to try and Periscope things once we get started"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/961700492102504448)  2018-02-08T20:37Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Holy hell. #Hokies win. Who seriously saw this coming"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/968306160645431297)  2018-02-27T02:05Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"#Hokies now a lock for the tournament. Back-to-back NCAA berths is quite the accomplishment considering where the program was pre-Buzz Williams"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/968307800983179265)  2018-02-27T02:12Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Here's #Hokies head coach Justin Fuente on the team's decision to move Caleb Farley to defensive back. Reminder he'll be limited this spring"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/973275856863981570)  2018-03-12T19:13Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Some more video of Tim Settle. #Hokies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/973926533969727489)  2018-03-14T14:19Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"#Hokies LB Tremaine Edmunds"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/973931544313319424)  2018-03-14T14:39Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"#Hokies DB Greg Stroman"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/973933309679063040)  2018-03-14T14:46Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Man. #Hokies get a steal to potentially take the game and are called for an awful charge"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/974489746083807232)  2018-03-16T03:37Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"If you haven't already please take a moment today to remember. #Hokies neVer forgeT"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/985902613119098880)  2018-04-16T15:27Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"My thoughts on the selections of Tremaine and Terrell Edmunds in the first round of the #2018NFLDraft and what it means for Virginia Tech. #Hokies (Yes this is my personal blog. Forgive me it's in the early stages.) http://rickylablue.com/tremaine-and-terrell-edmunds-selections-in-first-round-represent-improvement-for-virginia-tech/ http://rickylablue.com/tremaine-and-terrell-edmunds-selections-in-first-round-represent-improvement-for-virginia-tech/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickyLaBlue/status/989962522408226816)  2018-04-27T20:20Z [----] followers, [--] engagements

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