The Ohio State University marching band forms a VT and plays Tech Triumph at the start of their pre-game show. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech head coach Frank Beamer stands in front of his team as they wait to take the field. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech running back Marshawn Williams (42) evades Ohio State Buckeyes defensive lineman Adolphus Washington (92) on a first quarter rushing attempt. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech quarterback Michael Brewer (12) looks for space to escape the pocket. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback J.T. Barrett (16) is thrown to the turf by several Virginia Tech defenders. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies running back Shai McKenzie (22) finds space up the middle for the opening touchdown of the game. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies running back Shai McKenzie (22) rolls across Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Joshua Perry (37) into the end zone for the first touchdown of the game. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech running back Marshawn Williams (42) celebrates after scoring the second touchdown to put the Hokies in front 14-7. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies running back Marshawn Williams (42) celebrates his touchdown run with teammate Trey Edmunds (14). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Ohio State Buckeyes running back Curtis Samuel (4) is upended by Virginia Tech Hokies rover Kyshoen Jarrett (34). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies wide receiver Deon Newsome (20) finds a hole on a reverse attempt. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies wide receiver Isaiah Ford (1) turns up the field past Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Eli Apple (13) after a reception in the second quarter. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies wide receiver Willie Byrn (82) cuts to the outside to evade Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Gareon Conley (19). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech full back Sam Rogers (45) celebrates after scoring a touchdown to put the Hokies in front 21-7 just before halftime. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback J.T. Barrett (16) is surrounded and hit by Virginia Tech Hokies linebackers Deon Clarke (40) and Derek Di Nardo (41). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies defensive tackle Corey Marshall (96) and defensive end Dadi Nicolas (90) celebrate a sack. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies safety Detrick Bonner (8) turn the screws on Ohio State Buckeyes halfback Dontre Wilson (2). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Michael Brewer (12) escapes the pocket and looks down field to pass. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster yells to fire up his unit in the second half. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies tight end Bucky Hodges (7) hauls in a pass while being defended by Ohio State Buckeyes safety Vonn Bell (11) for the go ahead touchdown in the 4th quarter. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech linebacker Chase Williams (36) celebrates another Hokie sack. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies cornerback Kendall Fuller (11) brings Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback J.T. Barrett (16) to the turf for a sack late in the fourth quarter. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech Hokies tight end Bucky Hodges (7) gestures "silence" to the Ohio State crowd after taking a two touchdown lead late in the game. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech cornerback Donovan Riley (2) gets up close to the athletic department cameras after his interception return put the Hokies in front by two touchdowns. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech safety C.J. Reavis (21) gestures to pump up the Hokie section of fans as the final minute ticks down. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech cornerback Brandon Facyson (31) celebrates and points towards the Hokie section of the stadium immediately after the game. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech's Kevin Asante (81), Jeremy Haynes (93), Joshua Stanford (5), and Brandon Facyson (31) celebrate following the Hokies victory. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech fans celebrate following the 35-21 victory. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

The Hokie Bird greets Virginia Tech wide receiver Kevin Asante (81) with a huge hug after the game. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech wide receiver Charley Meyer (83) and teammates celebrate with the Virginia Tech section of fans after the game. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech's Joel Caleb (15), C.J. Reavis (21), Cam Phillips (18) and Trey Edmunds (14) pose for a slew of photographers during the post-game celebration with the visiting fans. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech's Kendall Fuller (11) and Kyshoen Jarrett (34) gather a little bit of turf for the lunch pail from the midfield "O" logo after the game. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech quarterback Michael Brewer (12) high fives fans as he exits the field. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)