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Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Virginia Tech Hokies: 2015 Week 5 Recap

Panthers defeat Hokies 17–13 in Week 5

Scoring plays, EPA leaders, and college football analytics for Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Virginia Tech Hokies (Week 5).

Pittsburgh Panthers 17 3-2 Winner
Final 17–13
Virginia Tech Hokies 13 3-3
Winner
Pittsburgh Panthers
Final score
17–13
Halftime
Pittsburgh Panthers 9–6 Virginia Tech Hokies
Top passer
Nathan Peterman

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Quick answer

Pittsburgh Panthers defeated Virginia Tech Hokies 17–13 in Week 5, 2015. Final score: Pittsburgh Panthers 17, Virginia Tech Hokies 13.

Game summary

Pittsburgh Panthers edged Virginia Tech Hokies 17–13 in Week 5 of the 2015 season.

  • Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 6 plays.
  • Passing leader: Nathan Peterman (221) — 0.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +0.13 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Qadree Ollison — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Tyler Boyd — 5 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Pittsburgh Panthers906017
Virginia Tech Hokies063313

Scoring Map

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

PITTPittsburgh Panthers
VTVirginia Tech Hokies

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Scoring timeline

6 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. PITT
    Q1TD
    JHJ.P. Holtz

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-0

    J.P. Holtz 23 Yd pass from Nathan Peterman (Chris Blewitt Kick)

  2. PITT
    Q1FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    9-0

    Chris Blewitt 45 yd FG GOOD

  3. VT
    Q2TD
    CPCam Phillips

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    9-6

    Brenden Motley pass complete to Cam Phillips for 11 yds for a TD, (Joey Slye KICK)

  4. VT
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    9-9

    Joey Slye 43 yd FG GOOD

  5. PITT
    Q3TD
    QOQadree Ollison

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-9

    Qadree Ollison run for 25 yds for a TD, (Chris Blewitt KICK)

  6. VT
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    15-12

    Joey Slye 48 yd FG GOOD

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Nathan Peterman (221) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.13 EPA/play +2.18 EPA
  • Brenden Motley (259) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.49 EPA/play -12.85 EPA

Rushing

  • Qadree Ollison (221) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.27 EPA
  • Nathan Peterman (221) — 0.0 yds -0.29 EPA
  • Brenden Motley (259) — 0.0 yds -0.30 EPA

Receiving

  • Tyler Boyd (221) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.81 EPA
  • Cam Phillips (259) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +0.70 EPA
  • Isaiah Ford (259) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +0.84 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Nathan Peterman2211752.9%01+0.13+2.18
Brenden Motley2592634.6%01-0.49-12.85

Team EPA comparison

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

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q125950+0.71Ended
Q122110+2.25Pass TD
Q122150+0.98Field goal
Q125950-2.13Punt
Q122170+0.08Ended
Q125940-4.01Punt
Q222150-0.51Punt
Q225930-2.96Interception
Q222130-2.36Punt
Q225940-0.57Pass TD
Q222160-2.92Punt
Q2259120+1.82Field goal
Q322140+0.39Punt
Q325920-1.94Ended
Q322180-1.21Rush TD
Q325950-0.90Punt

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q3 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Qadree Ollison run for 7 yds to the Pitt 23 Qadree Ollison fumbled, forced by Andrew Motuapuaka, recovered by VTech Terrell Edmunds , return for 9 yds to the Pitt 23 (-5.84 EPA)
  2. Q4 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Brenden Motley pass intercepted Terrish Webb return for 9 yds to the VTech 25 (-4.91 EPA)
  3. Q2 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Brenden Motley pass complete to Bucky Hodges for 28 yds to the Pitt 12 for a 1ST down (+4.04 EPA)
  4. Q4 · Pittsburgh Panthers · VIRGINIA TECH Penalty, offside defense (Woody Baron) to the VTech 17 (-3.27 EPA)
  5. Q1 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Chad Voytik run for 26 yds to the 50 yard line for a 1ST down (+2.97 EPA)
  6. Q2 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Brenden Motley run for 22 yds to the Pitt 33 for a 1ST down (+2.74 EPA)
  7. Q4 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Brenden Motley pass complete to Isaiah Ford for 12 yds to the Pitt 44 for a 1ST down (+2.73 EPA)
  8. Q4 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Qadree Ollison run for 13 yds to the VTech 38 for a 1ST down (+2.73 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Pittsburgh Panthers controlled the final (17–13) in Week 5.
  • Passing edge: Nathan Peterman (221) — yds, 1 TD.
  • EPA edge: PITT 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 Pittsburgh Panthers vs Virginia Tech Hokies?

Pittsburgh Panthers 17, Virginia Tech Hokies 13 in Week 5 of the 2015 college football season.

Who won Pittsburgh Panthers vs Virginia Tech Hokies?

Pittsburgh Panthers won with a final score of 17–13.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400756945.

Who led Pittsburgh Panthers vs Virginia Tech Hokies in passing?

Nathan Peterman (221) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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

Season records after this game

Pittsburgh Panthers

Entered 2-2 Now 3-2 W

Virginia Tech Hokies

Entered 3-2 Now 3-3 L