Virginia Tech football: Hokies lead VMI 45-0 at halftime
Quite a start for the James Franklin Era.
At halftime of the Virginia Tech vs. VMI football game on November 29, 2025, the Hokies were leading the Keydets 45-0. Sophomore running back Jeffrey Overton Jr. scored from 50 yards out on the first drive, giving Virginia Tech an early 7-0 lead. Running back Marcellous Hawkins added a 9-yard touchdown on the Hokies' second drive, making it 14-0.
Virginia Tech's defense also played a crucial role, with safety Tyson Flowers blocking a punt and setting up Hawkins' run. Overton scored again from 23 yards out, increasing the lead to 21-0. Virginia Tech's offense continued to dominate, scoring again with a 1-yard touchdown, making it 28-0. The Hokies settled for a John Love field goal on their next drive, extending their lead to 31-0.
Quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer was impressive, finding wide receiver Que’Sean Brown for a 51-yard touchdown to make it 38-0. Defensive end Cortez Harris also contributed to the lead with a blocked punt that was returned for a touchdown, making it 45-0. Virginia Tech held VMI to just 32 yards on 28 plays in the first half, recording four sacks.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- Hawkins, Overton carry Virginia Tech over VMI 73-3 in Franklin debut winnipegfreepress.com
- Hawkins, Overton carry Virginia Tech over VMI 73-3 in Franklin debut sports.yahoo.com
