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@Chris Coleman Running Backs 2026

In this NIL era of college football, it's starting to pretty much mimic the NFL pay model. That being said, VT can probably offer significant NIL to only 2 running backs, not 3. I think the 4 star Virginia high school running back is going to commit to VT, and probably was offered a nice NIL package for the flip to the Hokies. I think Hawkins gets his, but perhaps Overton peaks into the portal for offers. From a NIL budget constraint, I just don't see being able to pay all 3, and I'm starting to get some vibes from Franklin that he's going to be offering some high NIL to really good receivers in the portal. He keeps saying, receivers only have to get through one player and it's 80 yards to the house, whereas running backs have go through 3 levels to go 80 yards. Just my thoughts but perhaps VT can pay all 3 running backs. Franklin has some tough decisions to make over the next 6 weeks. I personally think Miami and Florida State will come after Overton.
Posted: 11/25/2025 at 03:41 PM ET

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MKD 11/25/25 03:41 PM ET
This entire thread got their answer about 2 hours later!**
Coattail Hokie 11/25/25 06:58 PM ET
i hope we can keep overton. he's going to be one of the best to
Windows NT 11/25/25 05:56 PM ET
I'd be SHOCKED if they let Overton test the waters. VA star talent. VT 100%
VTizzle 11/25/25 04:51 PM ET
my understanding it was VT vs PSU for his recruiting
1947Sunbowl 11/25/25 05:59 PM ET
It's not VT letting Overton test the waters. It's his agent saying I
MKD 11/25/25 05:17 PM ET
With $30 million, we can certainly have an effective 3-deep.**
Chris ColemanAdmin 11/25/25 04:35 PM ET
Thanks, as that could shape up to be the #1 running back unit in the ACC**
MKD 11/25/25 04:49 PM ET
prolly in the country also**
Windows NT 11/25/25 05:58 PM ET
Has a chance for sure**
MKD 11/25/25 07:23 PM ET