Virginia Tech edges Clemson with late comeback in 20-16 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 8:12 AM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
Virginia Tech football achieved a dramatic 20-16 comeback win against Clemson at Memorial Stadium, marking their first victory over the Tigers since 2007. Head coach James Franklin opted to go for a touchdown instead of a field goal during a critical fourth-and-1 situation. The team's decisions and execution proved crucial, leading to their sixth win of the season, improving their record to 6-2 and securing bowl eligibility. After the game, Franklin was seen assisting an equipment staff member before the Hokies head into a bye week, resuming play against SMU on November 6.
- •Virginia Tech's win improves their record to 6-2.
- •The Hokies' last victory over Clemson was in 2007.
- •James Franklin's coaching decision led to a game-winning touchdown.
- •Virginia Tech will have a bye week before facing SMU on November 6.
- •Franklin helped the equipment staff after the game.
- 8:12 AMYahoo Sports — Virginia Tech HC James Franklin’s first move after beating Clemson? Helping the equipment staff
"Virginia Tech football made a late comeback at Memorial Stadium to secure its first win over the Clemson Tigers since 2007. James Franklin made a pivotal decision in the closing minutes, and the Hokies rewarded their head coach with a dramatic 20-16 win . However, following the memorable victory, the excited head coach attracted attention for his […] The post Virginia Tech HC James Franklin’s first move after beating Clemson? Helping the equipment staff appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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