However, the Eagles managed to keep the game close until halftime, when Louisville led by only 2 points.
However, the Eagles managed to work back into the fray, despite their starting quarterback having a sports hernia.
The Eagles managed just four first downs through three quarters while the Hokies built a 12-0 lead.
The Eagles managed one first down before punting from the 50.
In 19 seasons since the change, the Eagles have managed only a single winning season, 1995, in which they went 6-5.
With two minutes remaining, the Eagles had managed only 81 yards of total offense.
How the Eagles have managed eight victories with no top running back or wide receiver is a major coup.
The Eagles finally managed to score a touchdown that counted early in the fourth quarter to cut their deficit to 24-10.
With their victory, the Eagles managed to get their first home win of the season as the team improved to 3-1.
The Eagles managed to pressure Vick (22 of 38 for 274 yards) early, and he seemed to shy away from contact.