Overview

• Virginia Tech dismissed Brent Pry three games into his fourth season, named former offensive coordinator Philip Montgomery interim coach, and sits at 0-3 after allowing 40-plus points in each of its last two games.
• On3 reported that some influential boosters encouraged Vick to gain experience at Norfolk State with an eye on a potential return to Blacksburg, and that he could be a serious name in future searches.
• The Sporting News noted the school has emphasized prior head-coaching experience in its criteria and suggested a permanent hire before November would be a surprise.
• Vick, in his first collegiate head-coaching job, has Norfolk State at 1-2 and said his primary focus remains on the Spartans despite the speculation.
• The Hokies legend led Virginia Tech to the 1999 BCS title game and was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2025, factors that elevate his appeal to fans and boosters.