Brent Pry ’s firing from Virginia Tech has sparked a wave of support and sympathy. And it’s coming right from his former colleagues and friends. Pry’s time at the helm ended after a brutal 0-3 start to the 2025 season and a 16-24 overall record. He was hired for his defensive chops and leadership after a strong run at Penn State. But he just couldn’t turn things around. The brutal 45-26 home loss to non-Power 5 Old Dominion triggered loud boos from the crowd. And that’s when the university pulled the plug on Pry’s tenure . Virginia Tech president Tim Sands called the change “necessary” due to unacceptable on-field results.

It’s clear that Pry’s present team and many colleagues have begun to drift away in the wake of the tough start and firing. Yet, some of his old friends in coaching

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