Virginia Tech to Host Rutgers for Anticipated ACC/Big Ten Clash

BLACKSBURG – Virginia Tech football is set to return to its home ground in Blacksburg for the Hall of Fame and White Effect game against Rutgers this Saturday, September 21. The Hokies and the Scarlet Knights are scheduled to face off at Worsham Field, Lane Stadium, with the kickoff slated for 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time.

The game will be broadcast on the ACC Network, featuring Chris Cotter as the play-by-play announcer, with Mark Herzlich providing analysis and Coley Harvey reporting from the sidelines. For radio audiences, the game will be available in Blacksburg on 93.1 FM and 105.9 FM, with Bill Roth delivering play-by-play coverage alongside color commentator Mike Burnop and sideline reporter Zach Mackey.

Additionally, fans can stream the game online and stay updated with real-time statistics and game highlights through the official Virginia Tech channels. The Hokies will also engage with fans on social media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook throughout the game.

Rutgers enters this matchup with confidence after securing a convincing win at home last season. Under the guidance of head coach Greg Schiano, the Scarlet Knights opened with a commanding 14-0 lead in the first quarter, showcasing strength on both sides of the field while capitalizing on Virginia Tech’s early errors.

Significant plays for Rutgers included Wesley Bailey adding to the scoreboard by sacking Virginia Tech’s quarterback Kyron Drones for a safety. In response, Hokies’ running back Bhayshul Tuten made a notable impact with a 23-yard touchdown run.

Rutgers’ Kyle Monangai also contributed significantly to the team’s early success with a touchdown following a strategic quarterback fakery. Defensive efforts by Nasir Montgomery, who forced a fumble on a Hokies punt return, set up another scoring opportunity, later converted by Sam Brown.

The Scarlet Knights’ ongoing strategy emphasizes a strong offensive play, leveraging their successful rushing game, and a defensive strategy focused on containing Drones, which could pave the way for a third consecutive victory. Meanwhile, Virginia Tech, despite high expectations for the season, continues to seek improvements to meet those standards.

According to Action Network, Virginia Tech is favored by 3.5 points over Rutgers. The over/under for the matchup stands at 44.5, highlighting the anticipated competitive nature of the game, promising an engaging contest for fans of both teams.