Virginia Tech Hokies defensive end Ken Ekanem (4) prepares to hit Cincinnati Bearcats running back Rod Moore (21). (Michael Shroyer/TheKeyPlay.com)

Cincinnati head coach Tommy Tuberville talks to his players during a TV timeout in the 4th quarter. (Mark Umansky/TheKeyPlay.com)

Backup QB Michael Colosimo jumps over a reaching Dadi Nicolas late in the 4th quarter. (Mark Umansky/TheKeyPlay.com)