An exterior view of Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. prior to the 2016 Belk Bowl. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
An interior view of Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. prior to the 2016 Belk Bowl. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech safeties coach Galen Scott pumps up the defensive backs prior to the game. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
A detailed look at the Belk Bowl patch, seen on the jersey of Virginia Tech offensive lineman Wyatt Teller (57).(Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
The Marching Virginians perform prior to the game.(Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech head coach Justin Fuente leads his team out of the tunnel. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech wide receiver Cam Phillips (5) carries the ball following a long reception in the first half. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech quarterback Jerod Evans (4) is surrounded and brought down by Arkansas defenders early in the game. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech Hokies fans cheer during the first half. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (49) brings down Arkansas running back Devwah Whaley (21) in the first half. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech cornerback Adonis Alexander (36) lines up during an Arkansas extra point attempt. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech wide receiver Henri Murphy (12) returns a kickoff for big yardage. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech cornerback Brandon Facyson (31) upends Arkansas running back Rawleigh Williams III (22) in the first half. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech head coach Justin Fuente responds to the referee's decision with a few choice words. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech tight end Bucky Hodges (7) is brought down after his reception. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Arkansas head coach Bret Bielema pleads his case to the officials during a lengthy review process. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech head coach Justin Fuente seeks further clarification after the change in possession was overturned. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech linebackers Andrew Motuapuaka (54) and Tremaine Edmunds (49) bring down Arkansas running back Rawleigh Williams III (22) in the first half. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech defensive end Trevon Hill (94) reacts following a defensive stop in the first half. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech defensive tackle Woody Baron (60) pursues Arkansas quarterback Austin Allen (8). (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech linebacker Anthony Shegog (24) strips the ball from Arkansas wide receiver Drew Morgan (80) following his reception. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech wide receiver Isaiah Ford (1) fights for extra yardage down the sidelines. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech quarterback Jerod Evans (4) rushes for a touchdown in the second half. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech defensive end Ken Ekanem (4), linebacker Andrew Motuapuaka (54), and defensive end Trevon Hill (94) react following a defensive stop. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech rover Terrell Edmunds (25) avoids the initial targeting penalty with a legal hit on Arkansas wide receiver Dominique Reed (3). (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech wide receiver Cam Phillips (5) carries the ball down the sideline for a big gain. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech full back Sam Rogers (45) hauls in a one handed touchdown catch. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech full back Sam Rogers (45) celebrates following his touchdown reception with tight end Bucky Hodges (7). (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (49) returns the ball following his 3rd quarter interception. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (49) celebrates with teammates following his interception. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech tight end Chris Cunningham (85) is met following his touchdown reception by wide receiver Cam Phillips (5). (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Corps of Cadets dog, Growley II, watches the game from the sidelines during the fourth quarter. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech running back Travon McMillian (34) carries the ball in the 4th quarter. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech running back Travon McMillian (34) scores a touchdown to give the Hokies a 28-21 lead early in the fourth quarter. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Members of the Virginia Tech Hokies cheerleading squad perform during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech head coach Justin Fuente reacts to a referee's decision in the fourth quarter. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech safety Mook Reynolds (6) grabs and brings down Arkansas quarterback Austin Allen (8). (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech safety Mook Reynolds (6) reacts following his sack of Arkansas quarterback Austin Allen (8). (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech safety Mook Reynolds (6) hits Arkansas quarterback Austin Allen (8) as he throws the ball down resulting in an intentional grounding penalty. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech defensive tackle Tim Settle (97) and defensive end Trevon Hill (94) react during the fourth quarter with all the momentum on the Hokies' side. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech quarterback Jerod Evans (4) pounds his chest after his second rushing touchdown of the game to increase the Hokies' lead to 35-24. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Members of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets perform pushups following the final touchdown. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech kicker Joey Slye (46) celebrates following his kick out of the end zone that resulted in a touchback. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech safety Mook Reynolds (6) hits Arkansas quarterback Austin Allen (8) in the fourth quarter. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech linebacker Anthony Shegog (24) sacks Arkansas quarterback Austin Allen (8) for a big loss during the fourth quarter. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)
Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster looks on late in the game. (Michael Shroyer/ TheKeyPlay.com)