It’s surprising, but the Virginia Tech football team has just two games left in the 2024 season. Sitting at a disappointing 5-5, the Hokies must secure one win from their final matchups—at Duke and at home against Virginia—both scheduled for primetime on the ACC Network.
While this isn’t where many expected Virginia Tech to be this season, the team now faces a pivotal moment: one victory will keep their season alive. Here are two reasons why the Hokies could achieve bowl eligibility and one reason they might fall short.
Virginia Tech becomes bowl-eligible because they win a one-score game
It has to happen eventually, right? Virginia Tech finally wins a one-score game under this coaching staff. They’ve come up short in nearly every close contest, but sooner or later, the tide has to turn. With two games left, both of which could be decided in the final moments, this might be their chance.
Surprisingly, Virginia Tech is still favored against Duke. The difference could come down to the Hokies making a critical defensive stop or converting a late drive into a touchdown instead of settling for a field goal. Their streak of struggles in tight games can’t last forever.
Virginia Tech becomes bowl-eligible because there is just too much talent not to
Both the players and coaches have fallen short of expectations this season. Despite the injuries and setbacks, the Hokies simply have too much talent to finish 5-7. Could they really tumble from being a dark horse for the 12-team College Football Playoff to missing out on any bowl game in just three months? It’s possible, but even with how unpredictable this season has been, such a collapse would be truly shocking.
Virginia Tech doesn’t become bowl-eligible because adjustments still aren’t being made
Following the loss to Clemson, Brent Pry acknowledged the need for a thorough evaluation during the bye week, particularly regarding the lack of in-game adjustments. While waiting until after 10 games to address this issue is unusual, changes are clearly necessary. The offense, under Tyler Bowen, has shown glimpses of improvement with some adjustments, but it’s not enough. Without more significant progress, the Hokies could very well lose both of their remaining games.
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