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Clash at Lane Stadium: Virginia Tech Hokies Host Liberty Flames in College Football Showdown

As the Virginia Tech Hokies prepare to host the Liberty Flames at Lane Stadium, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying college football matchup. The Hokies, coming off a commanding 42-35 victory over Louisville on October 31, are looking to continue their winning ways against a formidable opponent.


Oct 16, 2021; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA;  Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Braxton Burmeister (3) throws a warmup pass before the game against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

The previous game's statistics reveal that the Hokies' offense is a force to be reckoned with. A staggering 283 rushing yards and five touchdowns on the ground highlight their ability to dominate in the run game. The offensive line's performance was nothing short of impressive, paving the way for an average of nearly six yards per carry. This kind of ground dominance is expected to play a significant role against Liberty.


Virginia Tech's defense also made its presence felt with three interceptions and three sacks against Louisville. Such defensive prowess will be crucial in containing Liberty's attack. However, it wasn't all smooth sailing; penalties seemed to plague VT as they racked up seven infractions costing them 71 yards. Discipline will need to be a focus if they want to maintain control of the game.


On October 24, despite accumulating over 400 total yards against Wake Forest, turnovers and penalties were detrimental as VT fell short by seven points. This inconsistency has been a thorn in their side this season and could give Liberty an edge if not addressed.


Liberty should not be underestimated either; they've shown resilience this season and will undoubtedly come prepared for battle. Their strategy might involve exploiting any lapses in VT’s defense while ensuring their own defense stands firm against VT’s potent running game.


Looking back further into VT’s season reveals another strong performance at home on October 18 when they defeated Boston College with an impressive scoreline of 40-14. It was another showcase of their rushing capabilities as they amassed an incredible 350 yards on the ground while maintaining ball security without any turnovers.


The upcoming clash promises excitement but also poses challenges for both teams involved – challenges that Virginia Tech must overcome through consistent execution on both sides of the ball and disciplined play free from costly penalties.


Hokie fans should mark their calendars for November 7th at Lane Stadium where kickoff is set for noon local time (5:00 PM GMT). The ACC Network will broadcast this thrilling encounter via satellite channel number 612 – don’t miss out on what could very well be one of this season's most memorable games!

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