Ethan Grunkemeyer's TD pass to Luke Reynolds with 1:44 left lifts Virginia Tech past Clemson 20-16
(AP) — Ethan Grunkemeyer threw two touchdown passes to tight end Luke Reynolds, including a 5-yard scoring strike with 1:44 left in the game as Virginia Tech stunned Clemson 20-16 on Saturday night.Grunkemeyer finished 20 of 32 for 156 yards with the two TDs and had no interceptions as Virginia Tech (6-2, 3-2 ACC) beat Clemson for the first time since 2007.
Ethan Grunkemeyer played a pivotal role in Virginia Tech's 20-16 victory over Clemson, throwing two touchdown passes, including a crucial 5-yard strike to tight end Luke Reynolds with 1:44 remaining in the game. Grunkemeyer completed 20 of 32 passes for 156 yards without an interception, leading the Hokies to a first-time win over Clemson since 2007.
Clemson's Tait Reynolds matched Virginia Tech's output with 20 completions on 26 attempts for 153 yards and added a 16-yard rushing touchdown. Despite trailing 16-13 late in the game, Grunkemeyer orchestrated an 11-play, 69-yard offensive drive that culminated in the game-winning touchdown. The Hokies' pass interference penalties and a late penalty resulting in three first downs proved crucial in tipping the scales in their favor.
However, Clemson's final possession ended when Reynolds' 26-yard pass to Bryant Wesco Jr. was ruled out of bounds after review. This win dealt a significant setback to Clemson's hopes of reclaiming their spot in the ACC championship game, currently led by No. 1-ranked Miami. Next up, Virginia Tech travels to SMU on Friday, while Clemson hosts Florida State next Saturday.
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