Dan Dakich expressed concern over the current state of college football. He believes the sport was more engaging when Colorado featured Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, along with Deion Sanders’ fresh influence. Last year, Colorado’s performance took a downturn, ending with a 3-9 record and a five-game losing streak. Dakich noted concerns about Deion Sanders’ health and suggested that the direction seems unfavorable, making the sport less interesting.
Virginia Tech’s Dominant Season Start
The James Franklin era at Virginia Tech began spectacularly, as the Hokies defeated VMI with a significant 73-3 victory. The team enjoyed a stress-free day, celebrating their success in Blacksburg. Despite the triumph, Franklin criticized the officiating for penalizing a high-five celebration with members of the military, which he deemed “un-American.”
“We got a penalty for high-fiving one of our members of the core. Not a huge fan. I don’t know why we can’t high-five somebody in the military; it seems somewhat un-American to me.” — James Franklin, Virginia Tech Head Coach.
Issues with Celebration Rules
While NFL players face few restrictions on celebrations, college football enforces rules against excessive displays. These guidelines extend to interactions with cadets in the front row, as seen when Virginia Tech’s Marcellous Hawkins Jr. received an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty for high-fiving after his third touchdown.
According to NCAA Rule 9-2, delayed or excessive celebrations are prohibited. Players must return the football to an official after scoring, a rule Hawkins unintentionally violated during his celebration.
Despite the celebration penalty, the Hokies excelled, amassing 619 yards while limiting VMI to 83. The Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, established in 1872, remains a prominent aspect of the university’s culture, coexisting with the civilian campus lifestyle.
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