Virginia Tech’s close 38-34 loss to Miami highlighted a controversial final play, but the game’s outcome was influenced more by the Hokies’ mistakes throughout. After an overturned touchdown call, the Hokies fell to 2-3 and face an uphill battle for bowl eligibility. Key failures, particularly in clock management and decision making, left Virginia Tech in a challenging position, overshadowing their performance leading to the finale. The missed opportunities could have changed the course of the game significantly.
By the Numbers
- Virginia Tech was assessed for having two No. 0s and two No. 17s on the field in crucial moments of the season.
- Virginia Tech allowed Miami to cut a 10-point lead to 7 points with 20 seconds left in the first half.
State of Play
- Virginia Tech’s performance against Miami revealed severe clock management issues.
- The Hokies face Stanford next, needing a strong response to avoid repeating their mistakes.
What’s Next
The upcoming game against Stanford will be a crucial test for Virginia Tech’s resilience. A win could help restore confidence, while another loss may deepen the struggles of the season…