Georgia Tech dropped its first homecoming decision in thirteen years ending a twelve-game win streak that dates back to 1995. The final Coaches' Poll of the 2008 season (technically taking place in 2009) was notable in that the winner of the BCS Championship Game was not the unanimous number 1. Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College (now Virginia Tech) first played football on October 21, 1892 against St. Albans Lutheran Boys School (Radford, Virginia).The game took place on a plowed off wheat field that was "about as level as a side of Brush Mountain". Dwyer's effort for the day put him over 1,000 yards for the season. Dwyer added 93 yards of kick returns to his 109 yards rushing. As a freshman at Virginia Tech in 2008, Williams was redshirted. Georgia Tech has defeated Miami four consecutive years joining Alabama, Florida, Florida State, Kentucky, Notre Dame, and Virginia Tech as the only schools to defeat Miami in four consecutive years. Visit ESPN to view the Virginia Tech Hokies team stats for the 2020 season. Senior Michael Johnson added two sacks to Tech's effort. Despite this accomplishment, Georgia Tech terminated Gailey the Monday following his sixth loss to archrival University of Georgia. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. the Kansas came up with three interceptions and beat Virginia Oklahoma scores six rushing touchdowns and two passing TDs as the Sooners completely manhandle Kansas 62-9. The defense picked off two Mississippi State passes, recovered two fumbles, and accumulated three quarterback sacks. In Georgia Tech's worst offensive showing of the season Tech gave up 3 turnovers and lost 28–7 in Chapel Hill. In June 2008, former University of Louisville RB Anthony Allen announced he will be transferring to Georgia Tech. Three human polls and one formulaic ranking make up the 2008 NCAA Division I FBS (Football Bowl Subdivision) football rankings, in addition to various publications' preseason polls.Unlike most sports, college football's governing body, the NCAA, does not bestow a national championship title.That title is bestowed by one or more of four different polling agencies. Todd Reesing rush for 2 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. Kyle Tucker punt for 48 yards, returned by Eddie Royal for a loss of 1 yard, lateral to Justin Harper for 84 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. Find out more. Tech passed 24 times in the game and accumulated 150 yards of passing offense alongside 164 yards of rushing offense. Georgia Tech continued its 11-year bowl streak under the coaching of Chan Gailey in 2007. Sean Glennon pass complete to Justin Harper for 20 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. Virginia Tech (1-1) 0: 3: 21: 0: 24: September 6, 2008 - Lane/Worsham Field, Blacksburg, Va. - 66,233; Passing: Sean Glennon 42 yds; Rushing: Tyrod Taylor 112 yds; Receiving: Kenny Lewis 36 yds; Box Score Burnett had 14 total tackles and 1.5 tackles for loss. Georgia Tech's defense held Duke's offense to 0 points and 132 yards after Duke averaged 31 points and 373 yards per game coming into the contest. While the coaches are obligated to vote the winner of that game, Utah coach Kyle Whittingham voted his team number 1 after they defeated favored Alabama in the 2009 Sugar Bowl and completed the only undefeated season (13–0). Georgia Tech appeared to have the game clearly in hand until Josh Nesbitt injured his foot with 7:42 remaining in the 3rd quarter. 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The Georgia Tech defense struggled to contain the Cavaliers giving up almost 400 yards of offense and the most points allowed all season. The official 2020 Football cumulative statistics for the Virginia Tech Hokies The defense picked off two Miami passes including one by defensive end Michael Johnson, which was returned for the first touchdown of the game. Georgia Tech started true freshman Jaybo Shaw at quarterback for ailing Josh Nesbitt and rolled over Duke 27–0. vtech drive: 15 plays 78 yards, 02:51 vtech td, 2:51. Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly opens up about Notre Dame's upset win over No. Visit ESPN to view the Virginia Cavaliers team stats for the 2020 season. While their high-powered offense was stymied most of the night, The offense was led by the rushing effort of Jon Dwyer who accumulated 141 yards, a rushing touchdown, and a school record 88 yard touchdown run in the third quarter. Gailey's career ended at Georgia Tech with an overall record of 44–31. Unlike most sports, college football's governing body, the NCAA, does not bestow a national championship title. Georgia Tech scored 38 straight points against the Mississippi State Bulldogs to cruise to a 38–7 victory at home. Todd Reesing pass complete to Marcus Henry for 13 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. Opp Pts/G: 16.7 (9th of 120) SRS: 8.14 (25th of 120) SOS: 2.43 (41st of 120) Bowl Game: Won Orange Bowl 20-7 … Safety Morgan Burnett added 13 tackles to his total for the season increasing his average to 9 tackles per game for the season. Or write about sports? The Harris Poll and Coaches Poll are factors in the BCS Standings. View the full team roster and stat leaders for the 2020 NCAAF season on CBS Sports. The Georgia State-Charlotte game scheduled for Saturday has been postponed because of coronavirus issues, the schools said Friday. Get team statistics for the Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Boston College Eagles football game. Join our linker program. Georgia Tech ran for 349 yards in the season opener against Jacksonville State. Backup Jaybo Shaw assumed control of the offense and the offense only managed 8 yards of offense in the remaining one and a half quarters. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Sunday, November 8, 7:29AM. Copyright © 2000-2020 Sports Reference LLC. Tech's defense held the Runnin' Bulldogs until 8:25 in the third quarter, in which the Bulldogs marched 69 yards down the field for their lone score. Jon Dwyer and Roddy Jones added balance to the Georgia Tech offense accumulating 203 yards on 33 carries.