The Virginia Tech Hokies defeated the Virginia Cavaliers, 29-24, Saturday to ensure the Commonwealth Cup will remain in Blacksburg for another year.
Things didn’t look good for the Hokies early as they had to punt on the opening possession. Virginia quarterback Brennan Armstrong quickly marched down the field for a touchdown to give the Hoos an early 7-0 lead.
Virginia Tech quarterback Braxton Burmeister would have none of it, connecting with wide receiver Tayvion Robinson on a 61-yard touchdown pass that was arguably his best throw of the season.
However, Virginia’s offense kept the pressure on the Hokies, as it continued to march up and down the field with ease and would go into halftime with a 21-17 lead.