Two members of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets pose for a picture with North Carolina mascot Rameses before the game. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies defensive end Dadi Nicolas (90) hits North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Marquise Williams (12) from behind and causes a fumble early in the game. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies running back Marshawn Williams (42) cuts past diving North Carolina Tar Heels linebacker Jeff Schoettmer (10) in the first quarter. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies running back Marshawn Williams (42) runs through a big hole to score the game's opening touchdown. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies running back Marshawn Williams (42) gives a big smile as he celebrates with running backs coach Shane Beamer. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech cheerleaders run the HOKIES flags across the end zone following the game's first touchdown. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies running back Marshawn Williams (42) rushes past North Carolina Tar Heels defensive tackle Ethan Farmer (96) in the first half. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies running back Trey Edmunds (14) cuts to the outside to avoid North Carolina Tar Heels safety Dominquie Green (26). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies tight end Bucky Hodges (7) catches a touchdown pass to put Virginia Tech in front 14-3.
Virginia Tech Hokies tight end Bucky Hodges (7) celebrates his touchdown reception with wide receiver Cam Phillips (18). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies defensive end Ken Ekanem (4) brings down North Carolina Tar Heels running back Elijah Hood (34). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Michael Brewer (12) throws a pass down field. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies cornerback Kendall Fuller (11) breaks up a pass intended for North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver T.J. Thorpe (5). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies head coach Frank Beamer speaks with an official during a timeout. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies linebacker Chase Williams (36) celebrates a fourth down defensive stand. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies cornerback Donovan Riley (2) celebrates as he jogs off the field following a fourth down defensive stand. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies running back Marshawn Williams (42) looks for running room behind his offensive line. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Michael Brewer (12) looks for an open receiver as he scrambles out of the pocket. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Michael Brewer (12) looks to throw a pass down field. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
North Carolina Tar Heels running back T.J. Logan (8) is tackled by Virginia Tech Hokies full back Sam Rogers (45) on a kick off return. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies cornerback Kendall Fuller (11) looks back as he runs down the sideline for a touchdown following his interception. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies cornerback Kendall Fuller (11) celebrates following his interception return for a touchdown. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech kicker Joey Slye (46) hits the extra point to put the Hokies ahead 24-3. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Marquise Williams (12) throws a pass while under pressure from Virginia Tech Hokies defensive end Dadi Nicolas (90). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies defensive end Ken Ekanem (4) escapes his block to hit and bring down North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Marquise Williams (12). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies running back Trey Edmunds (14) cuts back to follow his blockers. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies defensive end Seth Dooley (43) hits North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Ryan Switzer (3) hard immediately after he received a punt. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Ryan Switzer (3) is tackled by Virginia Tech Hokies linebacker Jamieon Moss (50) and tight end Dakota Jackson (49) on a punt return. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
North Carolina Tar Heels running back T.J. Logan (8) is brought down by Virginia Tech Hokies defensive tackle Corey Marshall (96). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies cornerback Chuck Clark (19) hits North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Marquise Williams (12). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies outside linebacker Derek Di Nardo (41) hits North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Ryan Switzer (3) immediately after fielding the punt. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies running back Marshawn Williams (42) is carted off the field following his ankle injury in the second half. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies linebacker Chase Williams (36) tackles North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Marquise Williams (12) for a loss of yards. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies running back Trey Edmunds (14) looks for running room behind his offensive line. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies running back Trey Edmunds (14) grabs his clavicle in pain during a second half rushing attempt. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies wide receiver Cam Phillips (18) cuts down field toward the sideline following his reception. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies wide receiver Deon Newsome (20) recovers a fumbled punt return by North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Ryan Switzer (3). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Michael Brewer (12) yells the snap count before taking the snap inside the 5 yard line. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies running back J.C. Coleman crosses the goal line for the final touchdown of the game. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech running back J.C. Coleman celebrates the final touchdown of the game to put the Hokies ahead 34-17. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
Virginia Tech cornerback Donovan Riley (2) looks to the Hokie crowd following the 34-17 victory against North Carolina. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)
