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Hokies Shock Tigers in Upset Win
25 Oct
Summary
- Virginia Tech secured bowl eligibility with a 20-16 victory over Clemson.
- The Hokies trailed late but scored a go-ahead touchdown with 1:44 remaining.
- Despite offensive struggles and six sacks, Virginia Tech found a way to win.
Virginia Tech football clinched bowl eligibility with a dramatic 20-16 victory over Clemson at Memorial Stadium. This win marks the Hokies' first triumph against the Tigers since 2007, ending a long drought. The game remained tight, with Virginia Tech trailing 16-13 in the final quarter.
A decisive touchdown pass to Luke Reynolds with just 1:44 remaining propelled the Hokies to their sixth win of the 2026 season. Quarterback Grunkemeyer endured a challenging game, absorbing a season-high six sacks and managing only 79 passing yards in the first half. Despite offensive inefficiencies, including a struggling run game, the team persevered.
The third quarter proved difficult for Virginia Tech, a recurring theme this season, as they were outscored by Clemson. However, the defense largely contained Clemson's offense outside of this frame, holding the opposing quarterback to 153 passing yards. The Hokies' offense ultimately found the necessary spark to secure a pivotal road victory.
