Vanderbilt Dominates Virginia Tech in NCAAF Clash
Saturday, September 6, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Lane Stadium
Vanderbilt Commodores 44, Virginia Tech Hokies 20, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Vanderbilt Commodores vs Virginia Tech Hokies?
Vanderbilt Commodores beat Virginia Tech Hokies 44-20 at Lane Stadium on September 6, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at Lane Stadium, the Vanderbilt Commodores triumphed over the Virginia Tech Hokies with a final score of 44-20. This victory extends Vanderbilt's winning streak to three games, while Virginia Tech continues to struggle, marking their fourth consecutive loss. The game showcased Vanderbilt's offensive prowess, averaging 38.4 points in their last ten games, compared to Virginia Tech's average of 22.6 points over the same span.
Vanderbilt's recent form has been impressive, with a record of 8-2 in their last ten games, including a perfect 6-0 at home. Their away record stands at 2-2, indicating they can perform well on the road as seen in this matchup. They have consistently scored high, with their last five games averaging 36.6 points while allowing 24.6. In contrast, Virginia Tech has struggled significantly, holding a record of 3-7 in their last ten games and a disappointing 0-2 at home this season. Their last five games have seen them average just 19.2 points while allowing 31.4.
Historically, this fixture has not favored Virginia Tech, as they have lost both of their previous meetings against Vanderbilt, including this latest encounter where they fell 20-44. The previous meeting was a close contest, with Virginia Tech losing 27-34 in 2024. The Hokies have yet to secure a win against Vanderbilt in their last two encounters, and this trend continued with another significant defeat.
The injury picture did not provide any specific details in the block, but it is clear that Virginia Tech's struggles are compounded by their inability to find consistent scoring and defensive stability. In this game, Vanderbilt's offense was relentless, demonstrating their capability to exploit weaknesses in Virginia Tech's defense.
The betting market reflected Vanderbilt's strong performance leading up to this game, with odds favoring them heavily. The home win probability for Virginia Tech was listed at 0.0, indicating that bookmakers did not expect them to secure a victory.
Conditions at Lane Stadium were typical for a college football game, though specifics on weather or field conditions were not provided. However, the atmosphere was likely charged, with fans hoping for a turnaround from the Hokies, who have been struggling to find their footing this season.
Viewers were treated to a showcase of Vanderbilt's offensive capabilities, particularly their ability to score quickly and efficiently, while Virginia Tech's defense struggled to keep pace. The Commodores' performance in this game serves as a reminder of their potential as they continue to build momentum in the season.
Leaders
- Passing yardsKyron Drones17/29, 134 YDS, 1 TDVirginia Tech Hokies
- Rushing yardsKyron Drones13 CAR, 36 YDS, 1 TDVirginia Tech Hokies
- Receiving yardsTucker Holloway2 REC, 43 YDSVirginia Tech Hokies
- Passing yardsDiego Pavia12/18, 193 YDS, 2 TD, 1 INTVanderbilt Commodores
- Rushing yardsMakhilyn Young8 CAR, 95 YDS, 1 TDVanderbilt Commodores
- Receiving yardsBrycen Coleman1 REC, 54 YDS, 1 TDVanderbilt Commodores
Recent form
Virginia Tech Hokies
Last 10: 3-7Streak L422.6 scored · 29.4 allowed per game2-4 at home
- L7-27at Virginia CavaliersNov 30
- L17-34vs Miami HurricanesNov 22
- L14-34at Florida State SeminolesNov 16
- L16-28vs Louisville CardinalsNov 1
- W42-34vs California Golden BearsOct 24
- L20-35at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsOct 11
- L23-30vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsOct 4
- W23-21at NC State WolfpackSep 27
- W38-6vs Wofford TerriersSep 20
- L26-45vs Old Dominion MonarchsSep 13
Vanderbilt Commodores
Last 10: 8-2Streak W338.4 scored · 24 allowed per game2-2 away
- W45-24at Tennessee VolunteersNov 29
- W45-17vs Kentucky WildcatsNov 22
- W45-38vs Auburn TigersNov 8
- L31-34at Texas LonghornsNov 1
- W17-10vs Missouri TigersOct 25
- W31-24vs LSU TigersOct 18
- L14-30at Alabama Crimson TideOct 4
- W55-35vs Utah State AggiesSep 27
- W70-21vs Georgia State PanthersSep 20
- W31-7at South Carolina GamecocksSep 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Arkansas | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Auburn | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Florida | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Georgia | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Kentucky | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| LSU | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Mississippi State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Missouri | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Oklahoma | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Ole Miss | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| South Carolina | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Tennessee | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Texas A&M | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Texas | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Vanderbilt | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Virginia | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Florida State | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| North Carolina | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Stanford | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Boston College | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| California | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Clemson | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Duke | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Georgia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Louisville | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Miami | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Pittsburgh | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| SMU | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Syracuse | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Virginia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Wake Forest | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| NC State | 0-1 | 0-1 |
Box score
| Stat | Vanderbilt Commodores | Virginia Tech Hokies |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 23 | 16 |
| Third downs | 5-7 | 6-14 |
| Fourth downs | 1-1 | 1-2 |
| Total yards | 490 | 248 |
| Net passing yards | 228 | 134 |
| Completions | 14/20 | 17/29 |
| Yards per pass | 11.4 | 4.6 |
| Rushing yards | 262 | 114 |
| Rushing attempts | 37 | 31 |
| Yards per rush | 7.1 | 3.7 |
| Penalties | 11-77 | 3-30 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Fumbles lost | 1 | 1 |
| Interceptions thrown | 1 | 0 |
| Time of possession | 32:12 | 27:48 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Virginia Tech Hokies, below favours Vanderbilt Commodores.
Venue
- Lane StadiumBlacksburg, VA
- Attendance65632
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