May 09, 2026

New Virginia Tech Quarterback Reveals Expectations for 2026 | The Ethan Grunkemeyer Interview

26 minutes

Penn State quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer was suddenly thrown into the spotlight before making the decision to start over at Virginia Tech. In this conversation, Grunkemeyer opens up about transferring to Blacksburg, why the Hokies felt like the right fit, the pressure that comes with playing quarterback at the highest level, and the mindset that drives him every day. We also talked leadership, confidence, adversity, and what he believes Virginia Tech football can become moving forward.

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On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the most influential names in the game and brings their stories directly to fans, unfiltered and real.

Next Up is a Breneman Media Group show featuring candid conversations with the people shaping college sports, including head coaches, athletes, athletic directors, commissioners, entrepreneurs, media personalities, agents, and executives driving the business forward.

Adam Breneman is a former 3x All-American at Penn State, sports media entrepreneur, and one of the fastest-growing voices in college football. Breneman Media Group is a leading multi-platform media company covering football, business, and the evolving world of college sports.

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