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Louisville at Virginia Tech
Jan 2, 2006 • Completed
Toyota Gator Bowl
Away
Louisville
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Final Score
24 - 35

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Game Story
Virginia Tech beats Louisville 35-24
Virginia Tech finished ahead of Louisville 35-24 on Jan 2, 2006. The result came in week 1 of the 2005 season.
Virginia Tech finished ahead of Louisville 35-24 on Jan 2, 2006. The result came in week 1 of the 2005 season.
Virginia Tech built the decisive edge with a 11-point margin, turning the box score into a controlled win.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Virginia Tech 390; Louisville 343. Another key split was passing yards: Virginia Tech 231; Louisville 246.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Virginia Tech 390; Louisville 343
Passing yards
Virginia Tech 231; Louisville 246
Rushing yards
Virginia Tech 187; Louisville 127
Turnovers
Virginia Tech 0; Louisville 5
First downs
Virginia Tech 21; Louisville 20
Possession time
Virginia Tech 21:55; Louisville 14:37
Third downs
Virginia Tech 5-14; Louisville 5-15
Completions-attempts
Virginia Tech 11-21; Louisville 15-37
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Virginia Tech | Louisville |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 390 | 343 |
| Passing Yards | 231 | 246 |
| Rushing Yards | 187 | 127 |
| First Downs | 21 | 20 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 5-14 | 5-15 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 1-1 | 1-2 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 5 |
| Completions / Attempts | 11-21 | 15-37 |
| Rushing Attempts | 48 | 30 |
| Passing TDs | 2 | 3 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 | 0 |
| Kicking Points | 9 | 6 |
| Possession Time | 21:55 | 14:37 |