Virginia Tech lost to Alabama in 1973 with a final score of 77-6. The game was a dominant performance by the Crimson Tide, who gained an NCAA-record 833 yards of total offense and set records for rushing yards and yards per play. Details of the Game Score: Alabama 77, Virginia Tech 6 Significance: This game was one of the most lopsided in Alabama's football history. Offensive Records: The Crimson Tide set an NCAA record for total offense in a game with 833 yards. They also established NCAA records for rushing yards in a game (748) and average yards per play and rush in a game. Context: The game took place in the context of Alabama's 1973 national championship season, where they used their wishbone offense.