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Virginia Tech at North Carolina
Sep 20, 2008 • Completed
Away
Virginia Tech
ACC

Final Score
20 - 17

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Turnovers
Game Conditions
Humidity
61%
Precipitation
0.00 in
Player Game Leaders
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Tackles
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Possession Split
Stat Dominance
Team comparison across key performance areas
Game Story
Virginia Tech edges North Carolina 20-17
Virginia Tech finished ahead of North Carolina 20-17 on Sep 20, 2008. The result came in week 4 of the 2008 season.
Virginia Tech finished ahead of North Carolina 20-17 on Sep 20, 2008. The result came in week 4 of the 2008 season.
Virginia Tech built the decisive edge with a 3-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Virginia Tech 268; North Carolina 307. Another key split was passing yards: Virginia Tech 147; North Carolina 243.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Virginia Tech 268; North Carolina 307
Passing yards
Virginia Tech 147; North Carolina 243
Rushing yards
Virginia Tech 127; North Carolina 103
Turnovers
Virginia Tech 2; North Carolina 4
First downs
Virginia Tech 16; North Carolina 14
Possession time
Virginia Tech 20:02; North Carolina 16:38
Third downs
Virginia Tech 3-16; North Carolina 3-12
Completions-attempts
Virginia Tech 12-22; North Carolina 14-26
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | North Carolina | Virginia Tech |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 307 | 268 |
| Passing Yards | 243 | 147 |
| Rushing Yards | 103 | 127 |
| First Downs | 14 | 16 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 3-12 | 3-16 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 1-2 | 0-0 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 14-121 | 4-21 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 2 |
| Completions / Attempts | 14-26 | 12-22 |
| Rushing Attempts | 32 | 42 |
| Passing TDs | 1 | 0 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 | 2 |
| Kicking Points | 5 | 8 |
| Possession Time | 16:38 | 20:02 |