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Clemson Tigers Dominate at Lane Stadium Against Virginia Tech Hokies in College Football Showdown

In a college football game at Lane Stadium, the Clemson Tigers emerged victorious over the Virginia Tech Hokies with a score of 45-10. The Tigers now stand at 4-1, while the Hokies fall to 3-2.


Nov 5, 2021; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies running back Chance Black (28) returns a ball against the Boston College Eagles during the first half at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

The home crowd witnessed the Virginia Tech Hokies struggle against a formidable Clemson offense. Despite their efforts, the Hokies could not contain the Tigers' advance, conceding 45 points. The home team managed to put up only 10 points against their opponents. The game's statistics painted a clear picture of where challenges lay; for instance, Virginia Tech's passing game saw them complete 15 out of 19 attempts for a total of 202 yards but failed to convert any into touchdowns.


Virginia Tech's rushing attack was responsible for their lone touchdown—a modest four-yard effort contributing to their overall rushing tally of 131 yards from an arduous 45 attempts. Their ground game did secure them ten first downs but was insufficient in overcoming Clemson's defense.


Special teams had moments worth noting as well; Virginia Tech successfully converted one field goal from beyond fifty yards and executed all three kickoffs resulting in touchbacks. However, these bright spots were overshadowed by four fumbles during the game—three lost—which turned possession over to Clemson and hampered any momentum that might have been building.


On defense, Virginia Tech managed one interception but otherwise could not effectively disrupt Clemson’s offensive flow throughout all four quarters as indicated by zero sacks and no safeties recorded during this encounter.


Looking ahead after this tough outing, fans can mark their calendars for an upcoming contest where the Virginia Tech Hokies will face off against their rivals—the University of Virginia Cavaliers—at Lane Stadium on December 12th at 8:00 PM Eastern Time. This next chapter in their season will be broadcasted on ACC Network for supporters unable to attend what promises to be an intense matchup between these two teams.

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