Virginia Tech Secures Narrow Victory Over NC State in ACC Opener

Virginia Tech's football team has shown resilience by winning two consecutive games following a poor start to the season and a coaching change, including an upset 23-21 victory over NC State in their ACC opener. Virginia Tech's offense, led by Terion Stewart's 174 rushing yards and key plays from Kyron Drones and Marcellous Hawkins, accumulated 406 total yards and effectively executed their game plan. The Hokies' defense complemented this effort by limiting NC State to 299 total yards and securing five sacks and eight tackles for loss, despite dealing with roster challenges amid the transfer portal. NC State, under head coach Dave Doeren, suffered a disappointing loss marked by defensive struggles, particularly missed tackles and an inability to contain Virginia Tech's rushing attack. Meanwhile, Georgia Tech is preparing for their upcoming ACC game against Virginia Tech, boasting a strong 5-0 start and national rankings, highlighting the competitive environment within the conference. The Virginia Tech-NC State matchup was a significant test for the Hokies under interim coach Philip Montgomery, broadcast on The CW and followed with live updates.