Virginia Tech struggles in loss to SMU, drops to 6-3 on the season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 4:13 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
Virginia Tech fell to SMU 51-28 on November 6 in Dallas, ending their two-game winning streak. The Hokies allowed over 500 total yards, with SMU's Kevin Jennings throwing for 350 yards and four touchdowns. Virginia Tech's offense featured Ethan Grunkemeyer passing for 291 yards, while freshman running back Jeffrey Overton Jr. had 123 rushing yards and two touchdowns. The defeat raises concerns about the Hokies' defense and overall performance after a bye week. Virginia Tech now holds a 6-3 record, 3-3 in ACC play.
- •Virginia Tech records 6-3 overall, 3-3 in ACC after loss.
- •SMU accumulates over 500 total yards in the game.
- •Kevin Jennings of SMU throws for 350 yards and four touchdowns.
- •Ethan Grunkemeyer passes for 291 yards with one touchdown.
- •Jeffrey Overton Jr. shines with 123 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
- 4:13 AMYahoo Sports — Virginia Tech football: 5 takeaways from Hokies’ ugly loss at SMU
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