Wake Forest vs. Virginia Tech Short Report

Virginia Tech

Final

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Virginia Tech

Lane Stadium

Blacksburg, VA

Oct 14, 2023

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Game Recap

The Virginia Tech Hokies secured a decisive 30-13 victory over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. The Hokies took control early in the second quarter and never looked back, scoring a total of 17 points before halftime. Wake Forest had a glimpse of hope with a kickoff return for a touchdown, but Virginia Tech's defense and timely offense proved too much to overcome.

Kyron Drones shined for Virginia Tech, throwing for 321 yards and two touchdowns. The Hokies' defense was relentless, sacking Wake Forest's quarterbacks multiple times and forcing turnovers. John Love’s field goals provided additional cushion, sealing Virginia Tech's dominant performance.

Key Plays:

Bhayshul Tuten (Virginia Tech Hokies)

Rushed for a 3-yard touchdown that opened the scoring. This play gave Virginia Tech an early 7-0 lead.

John Love (Virginia Tech Hokies)

Kicked a 37-yard field goal, extending Virginia Tech's lead to 10-0.

Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest Demon Deacons)

Returned a kickoff for 96 yards and a touchdown, narrowing the gap to 10-7.

Jaylin Lane (Virginia Tech Hokies)

Caught a 75-yard touchdown pass, immediately responding to Wake Forest's score and bringing the lead to 17-7.

John Love (Virginia Tech Hokies)

Kicked a 36-yard field goal, extending Virginia Tech's lead to 23-13.

Kyron Drones (Virginia Tech Hokies)

Passed to Jaylin Lane for 12-yard touchdown, effectively sealing the game at 30-13.

Antwaun Powell-Ryland (Virginia Tech Hokies)

Sacked Mitch Griffis for a loss of 8 yards, helping solidify Virginia Tech's defensive dominance.

Standout Players:

Kyron Drones (Virginia Tech Hokies, QB)
Threw for 321 yards and 2 touchdowns, completing 20 of 29 passes, and added 59 rushing yards.
Jaylin Lane (Virginia Tech Hokies, WR)
Caught 3 passes for 102 yards and 2 touchdowns, including a 75-yard score.
John Love (Virginia Tech Hokies, K)
Made 3 of 4 field goals, contributing 9 crucial points to the team's score.
Bhayshul Tuten (Virginia Tech Hokies, RB)
Rushed for 30 yards and a touchdown, and caught 4 passes for 47 yards.
Antwaun Powell-Ryland (Virginia Tech Hokies, DL)
Recorded 4 sacks and 6 total tackles, playing a key role in disrupting Wake Forest's offense.
Taylor Morin (Wake Forest Demon Deacons, WR)
Caught 7 passes for 86 yards, providing a consistent target for Wake Forest's quarterbacks.

Team

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Wake Forest Demon Deacons

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10

0

3

13

Virginia Tech Hokies

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17

3

10

30

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