Duke quarterback Anthony Boone (7) throws the ball away for intentional grounding as he is being hit by Virginia Tech defensive end Dadi Nicolas (90) and safety Detrick Bonner (8). (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech defensive end Dadi Nicolas (90) and safety Detrick Bonner (8) celebrate Bonner's sack, which sealed the Tech victory. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)

Virginia Tech defensive end Dadi Nicolas (90) and injured running back Marshawn Williams embrace during the closing seconds of the Hokies 17-16 victory over Duke. (Michael Shroyer/ Thekeyplay.com)