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Photos: Virginia Tech surges for win over ODU

Old Dominion quarterback Quinn Henicle (10) celebrates as he crosses into the end zone for a touchdown after scrambling for 65 yards. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion quarterback Colton Joseph (2) fumbles the ball while being tackled by Virginia Tech defensive lineman Antwaun Powell-Ryland (52). Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion University head coach Ricky Rahne looks toward the ground while down by 20 points late in the fourth quarter. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Virginia Tech quarterback Kyron Drones (1) evades the defense of Old Dominion linebacker Mario Thompson (18) after picking up a fumbled snap. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion quarterback Colton Joseph (2) is tackled by Virginia Tech linebacker Keonta Jenkins (7) on a scramble downfield. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion defensive end Amorie Morrison (4) and teammate Jahleel Culbreath (34) celebrate after forcing a pass out of bounds on third down from Virginia Tech. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Virginia Tech muscles against the Old Dominion University defense for a touchdown in the first quarter. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion running back Aaron Young (5) is swarmed by a host of Virginia Tech defenders. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion cornerback Angelo Rankin Jr. (0) makes an interception in the end zone on a pass intended for Virginia Tech wide receiver Ayden Greene (26). Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion running back Aaron Young (5) tries to find space on a run downfield. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion quarterback Colton Joseph (2) scrambles out of the pocket with the ball. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion place kicker Ethan Sanchez (92) is congratulated by teammates after his 28 yard field goal in the second quarter. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Virginia Tech running back Bhayshul Tuten (33) breaks free for a touchdown run in the fourth quarter. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion quarterback Quinn Henicle (10) warms up on the sideline before going back on offense in the second half. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion running back Bryce Duke (4) avoids the defense of Virginia Tech safety Mose Phillips III (18) on a 48-yard run downfield. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion quarterback Grant Wilson (7) wears a headset on the sideline during Old Dominion University’s first drive of the game. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion running back Aaron Young (5) tries to break free on a run downfield. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion University takes the field pregame. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion quarterback Colton Joseph (2) looks for a teammate downfield to pass to. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Old Dominion University head coach Ricky Rahne yells to officials after a penalty against his team in the first quarter. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)

Fans wave as helicopters flyover during the National Anthem. Old Dominion University faced Virginia Tech at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 14, 2024. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)