Virginia Tech appears to have made a desperate effort to make James Franklin commit to the program with a report that came from ESPN's Pete Thamel during "College GameDay" on Saturday morning. More News: College Football Program Generates Major Buzz After Jumping in CFP Ranking Thamel claimed VT and Franklin were in talks, and a decision was expected to be made in the next few days. However, the Hokies are still "engaged" with other candidates. More News: Ole Miss Players Speak Out on Lane