Rutgers Triumphs Over Virginia Tech with Late Field Goal

Jai Patel's 24-yard kick and key interception secure Scarlet Knights' 26-23 victory after blowing 16-point lead.

Rutgers kicker Jai Patel nailed a 24-yard field goal with 1:56 remaining to clinch the win against Virginia Tech.
Virginia Tech overcame a 16-point deficit in the fourth quarter to tie the game at 23 before Rutgers regained the lead.
Robert Longerbeam's interception with 1:24 left sealed Rutgers' victory after the Hokies' comeback attempt.
Kyle Monangai and Samuel Brown V combined for 144 rushing yards and three touchdowns, contributing to Rutgers' offensive dominance.
Virginia Tech's Bhayshul Tuten scored three touchdowns and rushed for 122 yards, but turnovers and a slow start cost the Hokies.