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Virginia quarterback Brennan Armstrong is stopped by Virginia Tech defenders during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Blacksburg, Va. (Matt Gentry/The Roanoke Times via AP, Pool)
Herbert and Hokies snap skid, beating Virginia 33-15

By Hank Kurz Jr. Dec. 12, 2020 11:20 PM EST

Louisville quarterback Malik Cunningham (3) runs the ball during an NCAA college football game against Virginia Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, in Charlottesville, Va. (Erin Edgerton/The Daily Progress via AP)
Armstrong runs Virginia past Louisville 31-17

By Hank Kurz Jr. Nov. 14, 2020 06:54 PM EST

Virginia wide receiver Ra'Shaun Henry (17) scores a touchdown against North Carolina during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, in Charlottesville, Va. (Andrew Shurtleff/The Daily Progress via AP)
Virginia holds on to extend streak against No. 15 UNC, 44-41

By Hank Kurz Jr. Oct. 31, 2020 11:51 PM EDT

The Miami defense pressures Virginia quarterback Brennan Armstrong (5) on a keeper in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in Miami Gardens, Fla., Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. (Al Diaz/Miami Herald via AP)
No. 15 North Carolina looks to flip the script vs Virginia

By Hank Kurz Jr. Oct. 29, 2020 09:55 AM EDT

Walker runs for 123 yards, 3 TDs; Wake Forest beats Virginia

By J.d. Brasier Oct. 17, 2020 08:03 PM EDT
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — Kenneth Walker III had 123 yards rushing and three touchdowns, including the go-ahead 75-yard scoring, run, and Wake Forest beat...

Virginia head coach Bronco Mendenhall adjusts his mask during an NCAA college football game against North Carolina State Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020, at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville, Va. (Erin Edgerton/The Daily Progress via AP)
Cavaliers, Demon Deacons looking for signs of improvement

By Hank Kurz Jr. Oct. 15, 2020 11:00 AM EDT

Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez (2) breaks a tackle by Iowa linebacker Kristian Welch (34) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Lincoln, Neb., Friday, Nov. 29, 2019. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik)
No. 17 Memphis tops No. 18 Cincinnati, set for rematch

By The Associated Press Nov. 29, 2019 06:26 PM EST

Virginia Tech quarterback Hendon Hooker (2) is hit by Virginia linebacker Noah Taylor (14) as he throws the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game between Virginia Tech and Virginia in Charlottesville, Va., Friday, Nov. 29, 2019. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Perkins, late FG lift Virginia past No. 23 Hokies, 39-30

By Hank Kurz Jr. Nov. 29, 2019 03:59 PM EST

Perkins, Taulapapa lead Virginia past Georgia Tech, 33-28

By Hank Kurz Jr. Nov. 09, 2019 04:00 PM EST
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Bryce Perkins loves that new playmakers are emerging for Virginia, making their best playmaker — Perkins himself — even more...

Virginia wide receiver Hasise Dubois (8) grabs a pass near the end zone as Duke cornerback Leonard Johnson (33) defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Charlottesville, Va., Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. Dubois stepped out of bounds on the play but Johnson was called for a foul. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Perkins, defense lead Virginia in 48-14 rout of Duke

By Hank Kurz Jr. Oct. 19, 2019 09:12 PM EDT

Miami running back DeeJay Dallas (13) runs past Virginia linebacker Charles Snowden to score a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Friday, Oct. 11, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Perry, Dallas lead Miami to 17-9 win over No. 20 Virginia

By The Associated Press Oct. 12, 2019 01:44 AM EDT

Virginia place kicker Brian Delaney (26) is congratulated by defensive tackle Eli Hanback (58) after making field goal during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Miami, Friday, Oct. 11, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Miami holds off No. 20 Virginia 17-9 for 1st ACC win

By Tim Reynolds Oct. 11, 2019 11:29 PM EDT

Florida State wide receiver Tamorrion Terry (15) is tackled by Virginia linebacker Jordan Mack (4) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Charlottesville, Va., Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. (AP Photo/Andrew Shurtleff)
No. 25 Virginia barely hangs on, beats Seminoles 31-24

By Hank Kurz Jr. Sep. 14, 2019 11:41 PM EDT

Georgia running back D'Andre Swift (7) is chased by the Arkansas State defense as he scores a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Trevor Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson beat nemesis Syracuse 41-6

By The Associated Press Sep. 14, 2019 05:11 PM EDT

FILE - In this April 6, 2017, file photo, Virginia football coach Bronco Mendenhall talks to a fellow coach after spring football practice at their indoor facility in Charlottesville, Va. (AP Photo/Steve Helber, File)
Perkins, Virginia facing new challenge: Expectations

By Hank Kurz Jr. Aug. 13, 2019 03:29 PM EDT

Virginia quarterback Bryce Perkins (3) tosses a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Va., Friday, Nov. 23, 2018. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Overtime FG gives Hokies wild 34-31 win over Virginia

By Hank Kurz Jr. Nov. 23, 2018 07:54 PM EST

FILE- In this Sept. 29, 2018 file photo Virginia head coach Bronco Mendenhall watches the action during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Raleigh, N.C. Virginia Tech is hoping its Senior Day isn't the last day of its football season. The Hokies (4-6, 3-4 Atlantic Coast Conference) will honor 12 players before Friday's game against Virginia (7-4, 4-3), and they have to win to get a chance to play again the following week. The Cavaliers are looking to end a 14-game losing streak in the series. (AP Photo/Chris Seward, File)
Virginia Tech looks to keep bowl hopes alive vs Virginia

By Hank Kurz Jr. Nov. 22, 2018 10:19 AM EST

Georgia Tech place kicker Wesley Wells (38) leaps in the air after kicking the winning field goal against Virginia during overtime of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. Georgia Tech won 30-27. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
Ga Tech wins fourth straight, beating Virginia 30-27 in OT

By Paul Newberry Nov. 17, 2018 07:15 PM EST

Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) loses the ball as he attempts a pass as Virginia cornerback Bryce Hall (34) closes in during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Charlottesville, Va., Friday, Nov. 2, 2018. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Hall runs wild and Pitt beats No. 23 Virginia, 23-13

By Hank Kurz Jr. Nov. 02, 2018 10:52 PM EDT

Miami quarterback Malik Rosier (12) is sacked by Virginia linebacker Zane Zandier (33) and defensive end Mandy Alonso, left, during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Charlottesville, Va., Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Virginia uses defense to beat No. 16 Miami, 16-13

By Hank Kurz Jr. Oct. 13, 2018 10:34 PM EDT