Virginia Tech Hokies vs. NC State Wolfpack: 2025 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Virginia Tech Hokies defeated NC State Wolfpack 23–21 in Week 5, 2025. Final score: Virginia Tech Hokies 23, NC State Wolfpack 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Virginia Tech Hokies	3	9	6	3	23
NC State Wolfpack	6	0	6	6	21

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• CJ Bailey (NC State) — 251.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.37 EPA/play +14.21 EPA
• Kyron Drones (Virginia Tech) — 165.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.03 EPA/play -1.10 EPA

Rushing

• Hollywood Smothers (NC State) — 67.0 yds -0.40 EPA
• Terion Stewart (Virginia Tech) — 174.0 yds +0.62 EPA
• Kyron Drones (Virginia Tech) — 32.0 yds +0.11 EPA

Receiving

• Justin Joly (NC State) — 6 rec · 60.0 yds +0.23 EPA
• Ayden Greene (Virginia Tech) — 3 rec · 44.0 yds -0.18 EPA
• Keenan Jackson (NC State) — 5 rec · 35.0 yds +0.42 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
CJ Bailey	NC State	38	68.4%	251	2	+0.37	+14.21
Kyron Drones	Virginia Tech	36	55.6%	165	2	-0.03	-1.10

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Virginia Tech	NC State
Plays	65	65
EPA / play	+0.145	+0.129
Total EPA	+9.39	+8.41
Success rate	32.3%	41.5%
Pass EPA / play	-0.031	+0.374
Rush EPA / play	+0.362	-0.215
Yards	412	344

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Virginia Tech	6	31	-0.61	Punt
Q1	NC State	3	-3	-2.84	Punt
Q1	Virginia Tech	4	19	-1.92	Field goal
Q1	NC State	12	80	+7.20	Pass TD
Q1	Virginia Tech	3	3	-2.87	Punt
Q1	NC State	6	30	-4.15	Ended
Q2	Virginia Tech	10	62	+4.90	Pass TD
Q2	NC State	5	28	+0.37	Punt
Q2	Virginia Tech	10	77	+1.32	Field goal
Q2	NC State	3	2	-0.52	Punt
Q2	Virginia Tech	5	38	+0.22	Ended
Q3	NC State	12	75	+6.56	Pass TD
Q3	Virginia Tech	10	38	+1.26	Punt
Q3	NC State	3	3	-2.65	Punt
Q3	Virginia Tech	2	89	+7.09	Pass TD
Q3	NC State	10	72	+5.89	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Terion Stewart rushes for 85 yards (1st & 10) (+6.05 EPA)
2. Q2 · NC State Wolfpack · Hollywood Smothers rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.87 EPA)
3. Q2 · NC State Wolfpack · CJ Bailey pass to Wesley Grimes for 27 yards (3rd & 11) (+3.44 EPA)
4. Q2 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Kyron Drones pass to Marcellous Hawkins for a touchdown (11 yards) (+3.44 EPA)
5. Q1 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Kyron Drones pass to Isaiah Spencer for 19 yards (3rd & 5) (+3.17 EPA)
6. Q4 · NC State Wolfpack · CJ Bailey pass to Wesley Grimes for 20 yards (3rd & 7) (+2.97 EPA)
7. Q3 · NC State Wolfpack · CJ Bailey rushes for 3 yards (4th & 1) (+2.77 EPA)
8. Q3 · NC State Wolfpack · CJ Bailey pass to Keenan Jackson for a touchdown (13 yards) (+2.65 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Virginia Tech Hokies controlled the final (23–21) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: CJ Bailey (NC State) — 251.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Virginia Tech at 0.145 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 NC State Wolfpack?

Virginia Tech Hokies 23, NC State Wolfpack 21 in Week 5 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Virginia Tech Hokies vs NC State Wolfpack?

Virginia Tech Hokies won with a final score of 23–21.

Where can I find the Virginia Tech Hokies vs NC State Wolfpack box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401754548.

Who led Virginia Tech Hokies vs NC State Wolfpack in passing?

CJ Bailey (NC State) led passers with 251.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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