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Virginia Tech vs Miami: Live Updates, Score, Stats, and Highlights From Today's Week Five Matchup

Virginia Tech and Miami are set to play their first ACC matchup of the season.
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Nov 11, 2023; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies running back Malachi Thomas (24) warms up before a game against the Boston College Eagles at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images
Nov 11, 2023; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies running back Malachi Thomas (24) warms up before a game against the Boston College Eagles at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images | Eric Canha-Imagn Images

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Virginia Tech will face off against Miami on a special Friday Night matchup on ESPN.

The obvious storyline heading into the game is the quarterback matchup between Kyron Drones and Cam Ward, likely the first ACC matchup against two quarterbacks who are cousins.

This game has been circled on the schedule for both teams, and Brent Pry knows that his previous losses on the season don’t matter when it comes to taking the conference. Virginia Tech hasn’t played a game in conference, therefore they are ahead of teams like Syracuse, Cal, Georgia Tech, and Florida State—who have suffered one, even two losses.

That’s not the situation heading into this game though, and Kyron Drones and Bhayshul Tuten will both be healthy and ready for Virginia Tech’s biggest matchup since their game against No. 5 Florida State last year.

Both teams will be fighting hard though, and this game could be extremely high-scoring just by the nature of the teams. It could also be a very low-scoring game though, since Miami has one of the best scoring defenses in the defense.

Pre-Game

Virginia Tech announced their flag bearers for the matchup against Miami. Defensive lineman Cole Nelson will bear the Virginia Tech flag, defensive back Jaylen Jones will bear the flag of the State of Virginia, and tight end Benji Gosnell will bear the United States of America flag.

The Virginia Tech team has arrived at Hard Dock Stadium, and players have reached the field, according to Virginia Tech Football’s X page.

1st Quarter

Hokies win the toss, elect to defer, and Kyle Lowe's kick is through the end-zone and Cam Ward will start with the Hurricanes at the 25 yard-line.

The Hokies force Cam Ward to fumble! Sam Brumfield recovers and the Hokies have the ball. The ruling on the field of a fumble will be challenged. Call confirmed! Hokies get the ball!

Kyron Drones rolls out of the pocket and hits Benji Gosnell on a dime for the touchdown! Hokies lead 7-0.

Cam Ward drives down the field with ease, and the Hurricanes punch back. Tie game 7-7.

Kyron Drones' pass bounces off of Ayden Greene's hands and into Mishael Powell's hands, Miami ball.

Play-action fake and Elijah Arroyo is wide open, Cam Ward finds Arroyo for another touchdown. Miami 14-7. Twenty-one points scored in the first seven minutes.

Braelin Moore down on the field, Kaden Moore is readying to take snaps.

End of the first quarter, Miami leads 14-7 and has the ball.

2nd Quarter

Holding penalty holds Cam Ward back from a touchdown in the back of the end-zone.

Mose Phillips with the interception! Big play for the Hokies, they will take over around the 35 yard-line.

Bhayshul Tuten will not be stopped, Hokies touchdown as they continue to fight back. PAT is good, 14-14.

Antwaun Powell-Ryland with his seventh sack of the year. Miami set to punt.

Tuten cannot be stopped, the Hokies are driving into field-goal territory.

Jaylin Lane gets the ball on the reverse jet sweep, and the Hokies score! VT 21-14.

Virginia Tech gets the ball back after the defense sacks Ward.

Virginia Tech nails the 58-yard field goal! Hokies lead 24-14 with 20 seconds to go in the first half

Miami answers with a 56-yard field goal to end the first half. Hokies lead the Hurricanes 24-17.

3rd Quarter

John Love hits another 50+ yard field goal and Virginia Tech extends its lead over Miami to 27-17

Antwaun Powell-Ryland, the national sack leader, is headed to the locker room.

Kaleb Spencer with the big interception return, taking it 77 yards.

Virginia Tech attempts a trick play in lieu of a field-goal attempt, do not convert. Miami ball.

Cam Ward scrambles up the middle, and Miami Scores. Virginia Tech leads 27-24.

4th Quarter

Big catch for Jaylin Lane and Virginia Tech is in the red-zone.

Touchdown Ayden Greene! Virginia Tech leads 34-24.

Cam McCormick in the back of the end-zone, touchdown Miami. Virginia Tech 34-31.

Cam Ward breaks two sacks, flips it to Williams, and the Hurricanes are inside the 5 yard-line.

Ward takes the lead. Miami 38-34.

Virginia Tech touchdown on the field, after a long and lengthy review, the call is overturned, imcomplete.

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RJ SCHAFER

RJ Schafer joined the On SI team in 2024, contributing to the coverage of Major League Baseball, Collegiate Basketball, and Collegiate Football at https://www.si.com/college/virginiatech/. Prior to this, RJ built a strong portfolio covering Georgia Tech and the Tigers for the Bleav Network. With a solid background in sports journalism, RJ has conducted interviews with both collegiate and professional athletes, enhancing the depth and authenticity of his reporting. RJ's extensive experience in the sports industry has equipped him with a keen understanding of the dynamics and intricacies of both collegiate and professional sports. His work is focused on providing insightful analysis and comprehensive coverage, making him a trusted voice in the sports community.

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