Missed Field Goal Call Stuns Undefeated Virginia Tech in Loss

Virginia Tech's undefeated streak ended at Lane Stadium as Pittsburgh secured a narrow 35-33 victory over the Hokies. The game featured dramatic momentum shifts, with Pitt initially trailing by two touchdowns before mounting an explosive offensive drive that included multiple scoring plays and forced turnovers.

The final moments of the contest were defined by Virginia Tech's kicker John Love attempting a crucial 36-yard field goal to tie or take the lead at expiration time. Officials ruled the kick incomplete after it went wide left, denying Hokies fans their first win under head coach James Franklin since his arrival in Blacksburg.

Franklin expressed uncertainty regarding the call during postgame interviews and stated he would continue trusting Love for similar situations despite the heartbreaking outcome. Meanwhile, Pitt improved its record to 5-0 on the season while celebrating a significant milestone as part of their program's 50th anniversary commemorations.