Virginia Tech head coach Justin Fuente leads the team on the Hokie Walk outside the stadium as evening approaches. (Mark Umansky/TheKeyPlay.com)

The Highty Tighties march at the front of the Hokie Walk to the stadium. (Mark Umansky/TheKeyPlay.com)

Virginia Tech fans react as the Hokiebird walks by during the Hokie Walk before gametime. (Mark Umansky/TheKeyPlay.com)