Game recap: Miami Hurricanes hold off Virginia Tech Hokies in key ACC road win
The Miami Hurricanes ended a three-game losing streak on Saturday, downing the Virginia Tech Hokies 20-14 in Blacksburg, Va., in an ACC football game.
Tyler Van Dyke threw for 288 yards and two touchdowns as the 'Canes (3-3 overall, 1-2 ACC) got out to a 20-0 lead and held on. The Hokies fell to 2-5, 1-3.
Previously: The Miami Hurricanes are hoping to snap their losing streak on the road.
Mario Cristobal's first season at the U hasn't gone as planned. After starting the season with two convincing wins, the 'Canes have dropped three in a row, including last week's 27-24 loss to North Carolina. Quarterback Tyler Van Dyke had a stellar day, throwing for 496 yards and three touchdowns, but it wasn't enough to break the slide.
Miami (2-3, 0-2 ACC) now heads to Blacksburg to take on Virginia Tech (2-4, 1-2). The Hokies are also on a three-game losing skid, falling last week 45-29 to Pittsburgh. Panthers running back Israel Abanikanda had his way with the Hokies, running for 332 yards and six touchdowns. Quarterback Grant Wells threw a touchdown and an interception, while receiver Kaleb Smith had nine receptions for a game-high 152 yards.
The 'Canes have won the past two meetings, winning 38-26 last season in Miami.
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Where and when will the Miami Hurricanes play the Virginia Tech Hokies?
Where: Lane Stadium, Blacksburg, Virginia
When: 12:30 p.m. Saturday, October 15
How can I watch Miami vs. Virginia Tech on TV, streaming?
TV: RSN, YouTube TV (2-week free trial), Hulu + Live TV (7-day free trial), fuboTV (7-day free trial)
Live stream: WatchESPN (cable subscription needed), ESPN+ ($6.99 per month) and the ESPN app
How can I listen to Hurricanes vs. Hokies on radio?
Radio: Sirius XM (Channel 194)
Online radio: SiriusXM.com (Channel 956), TuneIn.com
What's the latest betting line for Miami vs. Va Tech?
Miami is a 3.5-point favorite over North Carolina according to Oddsshark.com, a betting odds aggregator. The over-under is 66 points.
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