In a matchup that was dominated by the defenses for large portions of the game, the Hokies came out on top and defeated the Tigers, 20-16. The Hokies' defense had four sacks and 13 tackles for loss in the game, while the Clemson defense had six sacks and 10 tackles for loss. Virginia Tech quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer hit Luke Reynolds in the back of the end zone for the game-winning touchdown with 1:44 left in the game. Grunkemeyer completed 20 of 32 passes for 156 yards and two touchdowns. Reynolds caught seven passes for 44 yards and two touchdowns. Clemson quarterback Tait Reynolds threw for 153 yards on 20-26 passing, and he ran for 63 yards and a touchdown on 18 carries.
