In an exciting development for Virginia Tech football, the program has officially welcomed Nick Perry as their new cornerbacks coach. This announcement marks a significant step forward for the coaching staff, with Perry's reputation as a standout player and NFL assistant coach paving the way for promising changes. According to Matt Zenitz from CBS Sports, the initial discussions between Virginia Tech and Perry sparked interest that ultimately led to this crucial hire.
Perry joins the ranks of head coach James Franklin's assistant coaches, arriving in Blacksburg after a productive stint as the secondary coach at Arkansas during the 2025 season. There, he was part of the coaching team under Sam Pittman and Bobby Petrino, gaining valuable experience that he brings to his new role. His impressive background includes four years in the NFL, where he contributed to the Seattle Seahawks and Atlanta Falcons, showcasing his expertise at the highest level of the sport.
A former national champion safety at Alabama, Perry’s journey in football began on the field, but he later returned to the University of Alabama as a graduate assistant and defensive analyst from 2017 to 2020, under the guidance of renowned coach Nick Saban.
With Perry’s hiring, James Franklin completes his coaching staff, filling the last on-field position. Initially, Anthony Midget, who served as the assistant secondary coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers, was brought on to oversee the cornerbacks. However, adjustments within the team have shifted his responsibilities to focus on safeties and the passing game coordination.
As winter workouts are on the horizon, anticipation builds for the upcoming season, especially with the ACC set to unveil its 2026 football schedules on January 26 at 6 p.m. ET, broadcasted on ESPN2 and the ACC Network. For those eager to follow these developments, VTScoop.com will provide continuous updates throughout the offseason.
