Round Two: The Pry Experiment

Whit wasn’t satisfied with the Fuente fiasco. After running that experiment into the ground, he doubled down with Brent Pry — a defensive coordinator with no head coaching experience. It was a surprising move that raised many eyebrows among fans and analysts alike. Pry was billed as a “program builder,” but what did Tech really get? Another outsider, another awkward fit, another coach set up to fail. As time went on, it became increasingly clear that Whit's gamble was not paying off, leading to frustration among the loyal Hokie supporters who expected more from their leadership.

The results speak for themselves: mediocrity on the field, disillusioned fans, and millions of dollars committed to yet another buyout. Two coaches in a row, handpicked by Whit, who not only underperformed but walked away with a fortune. Almost as if the plan was to bleed Hokie football dry — in both spirit and finances. The excitement that once surrounded the program had dwindled, and nostalgia for its glory days haunted the stands, where once there was electricity and hope. Now, a palpable tension filled the air, with each game further embedding skepticism among the fan base, waiting for a visionary leader who could restore the program to its former glory.