The No. 25-ranked Virginia Tech Hokies survived a tough road battle to beat the Pittsburgh Panthers 39-36 at Heinz Field on Thursday night.

The battle between two of the top teams in the ACC Coastal Division was as close as expected, but a plus-two turnover margin for the Hokies and six Joey Slye field goals made the difference.

James Conner was the star for the Panthers, rushing for 141 yards on 19 carries with three touchdowns in a losing effort. Stewart Mandel of Fox Sports provided his thoughts on the junior running back:

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