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Virginia Tech Leads Miami Hurricanes 24-17 at Halftime
BLACKSBURG – Virginia Tech traveled to Hard Rock Stadium for the first time since 2021, taking on the No. 7 Miami Hurricanes in their third road game of the season. Heading into the second half, the Hokies hold a lead of 24-17 over the ranked Hurricanes.
The visiting team started on a strong note, with Virginia Tech’s defense making an immediate impact. During Miami’s opening drive, a pivotal play was executed by the Hokies’ defensive lineman, who tackled Miami’s quarterback, Cam Ward, forcing a fumble. This fumble was promptly recovered by a Virginia Tech linebacker, marking the first instance this season where the Hurricanes failed to score on their initial possession.
Capitalizing on the turnover, Virginia Tech’s quarterback delivered a 25-yard touchdown pass to a tight end, initiating the game’s first score. The quarterback has been a key player in the first half, amassing 91 passing yards along with 41 rushing yards.
As the second quarter commenced, safety Mose Phillips II made a significant contribution with his first career interception at the VT 13-yard line, returning it 33 yards. This turnover facilitated the Hokies’ second touchdown, highlighted by a 55-yard run from a running back, scoring in his seventh consecutive game and thereby tying the game while directing the momentum toward Virginia Tech.
The Hokies reclaimed the lead when a wide receiver scored with a dynamic 20-yard rushing touchdown. Apart from his scoring rush, he also caught two passes totaling 21 yards. Furthermore, a placekicker added a career-long 57-yard field goal, extending Virginia Tech’s lead to 24-14.
Defensively, the nation’s sack leader, defensive lineman, recorded the first sack of the game on Ward, resulting in a seven-yard loss. Following this, a linebacker registered another sack, further pushing Ward for a three-yard loss.
Virginia Tech, now gearing up for the second half, will begin with possession of the ball.
This Friday’s regular-season game between Miami and Virginia Tech is being held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. The game is available for live streaming on various platforms and can be watched on ESPN. Kick-off was at 7:30 p.m. ET.
