Va Tech fires football head coach

[WVAPPeer]

I also don't think Tech is a dumpster fire - they have all the aspects there to be really good again - great fans, evidently plenty of money, middle of strong recruiting areas, in a division they can win, etc. - VT has lost way too many outstanding high school players to out-of-state programs - wasn't HapApp who had their local super RB go to Ohio State? - VT's roster used to full of kids from Tidewater but very few now. The next coach doesn't have to follow a legend - I think it will create a huge swath of interest to proven head coaches -

Henderson is actually from Hopewell (my hometown) in the Richmond area. But, I'm not sure he even gave them much thought but given Tech in the Beamer years I think things might have been different. Though, the kid is a super athlete who had lots of big time options. He almost single-handedly destroyed Lord Botetourt in the state title game. Three players off that LB team are Apps now.

Yep - I remember it was Hopewell because they beat LB right after beating Phoebus but I was thinking that was where you were currently living - sorry for the confusion - has he played this season?

[AppinVA]

I also don't think Tech is a dumpster fire - they have all the aspects there to be really good again - great fans, evidently plenty of money, middle of strong recruiting areas, in a division they can win, etc. - VT has lost way too many outstanding high school players to out-of-state programs - wasn't HapApp who had their local super RB go to Ohio State? - VT's roster used to full of kids from Tidewater but very few now. The next coach doesn't have to follow a legend - I think it will create a huge swath of interest to proven head coaches -

Henderson is actually from Hopewell (my hometown) in the Richmond area. But, I'm not sure he even gave them much thought but given Tech in the Beamer years I think things might have been different. Though, the kid is a super athlete who had lots of big time options. He almost single-handedly destroyed Lord Botetourt in the state title game. Three players off that LB team are Apps now.

Yep - I remember it was Hopewell because they beat LB right after beating Phoebus but I was thinking that was where you were currently living - sorry for the confusion - has he played this season?

I’d say he has…
https://www.espn.com/college-football/p ... -henderson

I work in the Hopewell school division. Lots of proud Blue Devils are following him.

[WVAPPeer]

Geez - I didn't realize that was him -- I haven't watched OSU this year, don't care for the Big 10 - thanks for the info --

[WVAPPeer]

See --- I knew somebody was in the Hopewell area ---

[hapapp]

I also don't think Tech is a dumpster fire - they have all the aspects there to be really good again - great fans, evidently plenty of money, middle of strong recruiting areas, in a division they can win, etc. - VT has lost way too many outstanding high school players to out-of-state programs - wasn't HapApp who had their local super RB go to Ohio State? - VT's roster used to full of kids from Tidewater but very few now. The next coach doesn't have to follow a legend - I think it will create a huge swath of interest to proven head coaches -

Henderson is actually from Hopewell (my hometown) in the Richmond area. But, I'm not sure he even gave them much thought but given Tech in the Beamer years I think things might have been different. Though, the kid is a super athlete who had lots of big time options. He almost single-handedly destroyed Lord Botetourt in the state title game. Three players off that LB team are Apps now.

Yep - I remember it was Hopewell because they beat LB right after beating Phoebus but I was thinking that was where you were currently living - sorry for the confusion - has he played this season?

I’d say he has…
https://www.espn.com/college-football/p ... -henderson

I work in the Hopewell school division. Lots of proud Blue Devils are following him.

Where are you in the system? I'm a proud Class of '69 Blue Devil.

[hapapp]

I also don't think Tech is a dumpster fire - they have all the aspects there to be really good again - great fans, evidently plenty of money, middle of strong recruiting areas, in a division they can win, etc. - VT has lost way too many outstanding high school players to out-of-state programs - wasn't HapApp who had their local super RB go to Ohio State? - VT's roster used to full of kids from Tidewater but very few now. The next coach doesn't have to follow a legend - I think it will create a huge swath of interest to proven head coaches -

Henderson is actually from Hopewell (my hometown) in the Richmond area. But, I'm not sure he even gave them much thought but given Tech in the Beamer years I think things might have been different. Though, the kid is a super athlete who had lots of big time options. He almost single-handedly destroyed Lord Botetourt in the state title game. Three players off that LB team are Apps now.

Yep - I remember it was Hopewell because they beat LB right after beating Phoebus but I was thinking that was where you were currently living - sorry for the confusion - has he played this season?

He has a brother, Ronnie Walker, Jr who started at Indiana but now is at UVA. He had a pretty good career at Hopewell as a RB as well. The college game has not been as great for him. He's pretty much a special teams player for the Cavaliers. While at Indiana he was an Academic All-Big Ten selection.

[AppinVA]

I also don't think Tech is a dumpster fire - they have all the aspects there to be really good again - great fans, evidently plenty of money, middle of strong recruiting areas, in a division they can win, etc. - VT has lost way too many outstanding high school players to out-of-state programs - wasn't HapApp who had their local super RB go to Ohio State? - VT's roster used to full of kids from Tidewater but very few now. The next coach doesn't have to follow a legend - I think it will create a huge swath of interest to proven head coaches -

Henderson is actually from Hopewell (my hometown) in the Richmond area. But, I'm not sure he even gave them much thought but given Tech in the Beamer years I think things might have been different. Though, the kid is a super athlete who had lots of big time options. He almost single-handedly destroyed Lord Botetourt in the state title game. Three players off that LB team are Apps now.

Yep - I remember it was Hopewell because they beat LB right after beating Phoebus but I was thinking that was where you were currently living - sorry for the confusion - has he played this season?

I’d say he has…
https://www.espn.com/college-football/p ... -henderson

I work in the Hopewell school division. Lots of proud Blue Devils are following him.

Where are you in the system? I'm a proud Class of '69 Blue Devil.

You probably see it, but I sent you a PM.

[Stonewall]

I can see McCall getting drafted, but I don't think he's the next Karl Sweetan.

[Rick83]

Here's some buzz about Wake's Clawson being a prime candidate for VT:

Virginia Tech coaching search: Hokies have 'strong interest' in Wake Forest's Dave Clawson, report says
https://247sports.com/Article/Virginia- ... vlXBBJjd0g

[AppSt94]

Here's some buzz about Wake's Clawson being a prime candidate for VT:

Virginia Tech coaching search: Hokies have 'strong interest' in Wake Forest's Dave Clawson, report says
https://247sports.com/Article/Virginia- ... vlXBBJjd0g

Just heard the same thing on ESPN radio.

[Howard Street Hooligan]

I also don't think Tech is a dumpster fire - they have all the aspects there to be really good again - great fans, evidently plenty of money, middle of strong recruiting areas, in a division they can win, etc. - VT has lost way too many outstanding high school players to out-of-state programs - wasn't HapApp who had their local super RB go to Ohio State? - VT's roster used to full of kids from Tidewater but very few now. The next coach doesn't have to follow a legend - I think it will create a huge swath of interest to proven head coaches -

It's not a dumpster fire, but they haven't recruited the state of Virginia in like 5 years. None of their kids want to play for that program right now which is evident since UNC has dominated the state lately. They have kids transferring left and right, so it's not a dumpster fire, but it's not in great shape and will take some time. I hope they take either Napier or Chadwell though.

[WVAPPeer]

I would be shocked if either Napier or Chadwell would be under serious consideration - they need someone like Clawson - an established recruiter, a proven P5 winner, a guy who knows what he is doing

[t4pizza]

I would be shocked if either Napier or Chadwell would be under serious consideration - they need someone like Clawson - an established recruiter, a proven P5 winner, a guy who knows what he is doing

Why would this shock you? P5 schools often hire successful G5 coaches and Napier (Chadwell to a lesser extent due to less time) has certainly accomplished that. I would say he is on at least the same footing as Satterfield was when he got hired by Louisville or Brown at your beloved West Virginia (I know he isn't your favorite) or any number of G5 guys that get called up. They have both proven that they can built a team to compete and excel against their peers. No reason to think that doesn't translate in P5. I do think Napier is a better option for any school than Chadwell but that's probably because something about Chadwell just doesn't sit right with me.

[bigdaddyg]

I have no idea what goes through the mind of certain coaches when the carousel starts turning. I’ll never even make Clark coaching money and at a certain point it’s relative to your situation. Most of us agree that App won’t probably ever pay any head coach what he truly deserves- assuming he keeps us relevant on a National level. That being said $750k-$1m a year ain’t too shabby but it’s got to bother him seeing a guy whom he beat who has basically done not a whole lot (at a conference school) get into the conversation for a plum job and if chosen would instantly make at least 5x his salary. Again, no idea but…

[Saint3333]

Personally, I do not see McCall getting drafted. Time will tell.

What do you see in his game that would say he does not get drafted? I think most expect he would be a top 100 pick.

I’ll take the over in any draft year. He fits very well for the scheme they run, but don’t see him translating to the NFL.

[hapapp]

Clawson coached at UR, so he likely has some Virginia relationships. I would think Tech wants someone who can recruit Virginia.

[Rick83]

This just showed up:

Coastal Carolina head coach Jamey Chadwell: 'Nobody has contacted me' for any Power 5 vacancy

https://247sports.com/college/virginia- ... lvPZDi5vJI

[goapps93]

This just showed up:

Coastal Carolina head coach Jamey Chadwell: 'Nobody has contacted me' for any Power 5 vacancy

https://247sports.com/college/virginia- ... lvPZDi5vJI

Doesn't mean they haven't contacted his agent I don't think he fills a current opening. He'll be contacted in the next round once the big jobs are filled.

[WVAPPeer]

I would be shocked if either Napier or Chadwell would be under serious consideration - they need someone like Clawson - an established recruiter, a proven P5 winner, a guy who knows what he is doing

Why would this shock you? P5 schools often hire successful G5 coaches and Napier (Chadwell to a lesser extent due to less time) has certainly accomplished that. I would say he is on at least the same footing as Satterfield was when he got hired by Louisville or Brown at your beloved West Virginia (I know he isn't your favorite) or any number of G5 guys that get called up. They have both proven that they can built a team to compete and excel against their peers. No reason to think that doesn't translate in P5. I do think Napier is a better option for any school than Chadwell but that's probably because something about Chadwell just doesn't sit right with me.

Well basically I'm saying this from what I am hearing from ACC "experts" - and I'm not discounting all G5 coaches but VT went that route when they hired Fuentes -

[Rick83]

This just showed up:

Coastal Carolina head coach Jamey Chadwell: 'Nobody has contacted me' for any Power 5 vacancy

https://247sports.com/college/virginia- ... lvPZDi5vJI

Doesn't mean they haven't contacted his agent I don't think he fills a current opening. He'll be contacted in the next round once the big jobs are filled.

He says in the article that his representation hasn't been contacted either...for whatever that's worth.