Ethan Grunkemeyer leads Virginia Tech to victory over Old Dominion
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 7:51 PM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026
Virginia Tech secured a 44-21 win over Old Dominion on Saturday in Blacksburg, moving the Hokies to a 2-0 record. Quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer finished with 327 passing yards and two touchdowns while also adding a rushing score. The Hokies' offense proved efficient early, scoring on its first five possessions to build a 31-3 lead by the second quarter. Virginia Tech’s defense contributed to the result by sacking Old Dominion quarterback Quinn Henicle seven times and forcing three fumbles. The Monarchs, who fell to 1-1, struggled to overcome a 34-6 halftime deficit despite a late 76-yard touchdown run from Henicle. Virginia Tech prepares for a road matchup against Maryland next Saturday, while Old Dominion hosts East Carolina.
- •Ethan Grunkemeyer set career highs with 327 passing yards and 31 completions.
- •Virginia Tech finished with 416 total yards in the win.
- •The Hokies' defense recorded seven sacks and 32 tackles for a loss through two games.
- •Old Dominion lost three fumbles and trailed 34-6 at halftime.
- •Virginia Tech travels to Maryland while Old Dominion hosts East Carolina on Saturday.
- 7:51 PMYahoo Sports — Grunkemeyer's career day leads Virginia Tech to 44-21 victory over Old Dominion
"Ethan Grunkemeyer threw for 327 yards and two touchdowns and rushed for another to lead Virginia Tech to a 44-21 victory over Old Dominion on Saturday. Grunkemeyer set career highs for yards, completions (31) and attempts (42) for the Hokies (2-0), who finished with 416 yards in registering a second consecutive easy win over an in-state foe to start the season. Virginia Tech, which beat VMI 73-3 in the season opener, is now 2-0 for the first time since 2021.
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