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Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Pittsburgh Panthers: 2014 Week 8 Recap

Panthers defeat Hokies 21–16 in Week 8

Scoring plays, EPA leaders, and college football analytics for Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Pittsburgh Panthers (Week 8).

Virginia Tech Hokies 16 5-3
Final 16–21
Pittsburgh Panthers 21 3-4 Winner
Winner
Pittsburgh Panthers
Final score
16–21
Halftime
Virginia Tech Hokies 6–12 Pittsburgh Panthers
Top passer
Tyler Boyd

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Quick answer

Pittsburgh Panthers defeated Virginia Tech Hokies 21–16 in Week 8, 2014. Final score: Virginia Tech Hokies 16, Pittsburgh Panthers 21.

Game summary

Pittsburgh Panthers edged Virginia Tech Hokies 21–16 in Week 8 of the 2014 season.

  • Scoring: 4 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 7 plays.
  • Passing leader: Tyler Boyd (221) — 0.0 pass yds, +1.55 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Chad Voytik — 0.0 yds.
  • Receiving leader: Cam Phillips — 6 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Virginia Tech Hokies063616
Pittsburgh Panthers660621

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

VTVirginia Tech Hokies
PITTPittsburgh Panthers

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Scoring timeline

7 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. PITT
    Q1TD
    TBTyler Boyd

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Chad Voytik pass complete to Tyler Boyd for 53 yds for a TD, (Chris Blewitt KICK)

  2. VT
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    3-6

    Joey Slye 24 yd FG GOOD

  3. PITT
    Q2TD
    JCJames Conner

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    3-12

    James Conner run for 15 yds for a TD, (Chris Blewitt KICK)

  4. VT
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    6-12

    Joey Slye 42 yd FG GOOD

  5. VT
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    9-12

    Joey Slye 21 yd FG GOOD

  6. VT
    Q4TD
    CPCam Phillips

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-12

    Michael Brewer pass complete to Cam Phillips for 14 yds for a TD, (Joey Slye KICK)

  7. PITT
    Q4TD
    JCJames Conner

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-18

    James Conner run for 13 yds for a TD, (Chris Blewitt KICK)

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

  • Tyler Boyd (221) — 0.0 yds · +1.55 EPA/play +1.56 EPA
  • Michael Brewer (259) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.03 EPA/play -1.20 EPA
  • Sam Rogers (259) — 0.0 yds · -1.95 EPA/play -1.95 EPA

Rushing

  • Chad Voytik (221) — 0.0 yds -0.20 EPA
  • James Conner (221) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.19 EPA
  • Joel Caleb (259) — 0.0 yds -0.38 EPA

Receiving

  • Cam Phillips (259) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.16 EPA
  • Tyler Boyd (221) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.60 EPA
  • Willie Byrn (259) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds -0.81 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Tyler Boyd2211100.0%00+1.55+1.56
Michael Brewer2594454.5%01-0.03-1.20
Sam Rogers25910.0%00-1.95-1.95
Chad Voytik2211952.6%01-0.57-10.88

Team EPA comparison

StatVTPITT
Plays00
EPA / play
Total EPA
Success rate
Pass EPA / play
Rush EPA / play
Yards00

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q122110-0.48Ended
Q125930-2.12Punt
Q122150-1.05Punt
Q125940-1.76Punt
Q122110+4.96Pass TD
Q122160-0.42Ended
Q125930-2.56Punt
Q122170-3.65Fumble
Q225960-0.21Field goal
Q222110-4.66Interception
Q225930-2.02Punt
Q222130+3.72Rush TD
Q225940-4.50Fumble
Q222130-1.51Punt
Q225900Field goal
Q225930-2.07Ended

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q1 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Chad Voytik pass complete to Tyler Boyd for 53 yds for a TD, (Chris Blewitt KICK) (+4.96 EPA)
  2. Q2 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Chad Voytik pass intercepted Corey Marshall return for 7 yds to the Pitt 39 (-4.66 EPA)
  3. Q2 · Virginia Tech Hokies · J.C. Coleman run for a loss of 1 yard to the VTech 22 J.C. Coleman fumbled, recovered by Pitt Khaynin Mosley-Smith (-4.46 EPA)
  4. Q1 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Chad Voytik run for 4 yds to the VTech 47 Chad Voytik fumbled, recovered by VTech Derek Di Nardo (-3.69 EPA)
  5. Q4 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Michael Brewer pass incomplete to Willie Byrn (-3.29 EPA)
  6. Q3 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Michael Brewer pass complete to Bucky Hodges for 41 yds to the Pitt 9 for a 1ST down (+3.28 EPA)
  7. Q3 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Michael Brewer pass complete to Ryan Malleck for 16 yds to the Pitt 46 for a 1ST down (+3.03 EPA)
  8. Q2 · Pittsburgh Panthers · James Conner run for 15 yds for a TD, (Chris Blewitt KICK) (+2.86 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Pittsburgh Panthers controlled the final (21–16) in Week 8.
  • Passing edge: Tyler Boyd (221) — yds.
  • EPA edge: VT at EPA/play.
  • Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Virginia Tech Hokies vs Pittsburgh Panthers?

Virginia Tech Hokies 16, Pittsburgh Panthers 21 in Week 8 of the 2014 college football season.

Who won Virginia Tech Hokies vs Pittsburgh Panthers?

Pittsburgh Panthers won with a final score of 16–21.

Where can I find the Virginia Tech Hokies vs Pittsburgh Panthers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400547813.

Who led Virginia Tech Hokies vs Pittsburgh Panthers in passing?

Tyler Boyd (221) led passers with 0.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Virginia Tech Hokies at Pittsburgh Panthers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Virginia Tech Hokies

Entered 5-2 Now 5-3 L

Pittsburgh Panthers

Entered 2-4 Now 3-4 W