On Saturday, October 16, 2021, the Pittsburgh Panthers (4-1, 1-0 ACC) will face off against the Virginia Tech Hokies (3-2, 1-0 ACC). The Panthers boast the highest-scoring offense in the nation and are considered 6.5-point favorites. Meanwhile, the Hokies possess the 24th best scoring defense. The anticipated matchup has an over/under of 55.5 points.
Betting Odds
Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
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Pittsburgh | -6.5 | -110 | -110 | 55.5 | -115 | -105 |
The betting information provided in this article is based on data from DraftKings as of October 16, 2021, 12:00 AM ET. For the latest betting odds, refer to the table below, and if you wish to place a bet, click on the link to access DraftKings Sportsbook.
Virginia college teams and college games played within the state are not allowed to be bet on as per Virginia State Law.
Game Information
- The game will take place on Saturday, October 16, 2021.
- The game is scheduled to start at 3:30 PM Eastern Time.
- Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
- Stadium: Lane Stadium
Hokies Player Insights
- This season, Braxton Burmeister has been a leading force for Virginia Tech, accumulating a total of 788 passing yards (averaging 157.6 yards per game) on 63 completions out of 107 attempts. Alongside his four touchdowns, he has only had two interceptions. Additionally, Burmeister has showcased his versatility by contributing 137 rushing yards (averaging 27.4 yards per game) on 46 carries, resulting in two touchdowns.
- Raheem Blackshear, the leading rusher of the team, has accumulated a total of 177 yards on 45 carries (averaging 35.4 yards per game) and scored four touchdowns this season. Additionally, he has showcased his versatility as a dual threat by gaining 144 receiving yards (with an average of 28.8 yards per game) from 12 catches.
- Jalen Holston has accumulated a total of 42 carries for 158 yards (averaging 31.6 yards per game) and has scored one touchdown this season.
- Tre Turner has accumulated a total of 330 receiving yards, leading his team. This impressive statistic reflects an average of 66 yards per game. Turner achieved this feat with 22 receptions and a single touchdown.
- This year, Tayvion Robinson has caught a total of 15 passes, accumulating 178 yards (averaging 35.6 yards per game), and successfully scoring one touchdown.
Hokies Team Stats
- This year, the Hokies have averaged 24.6 points per game, which is approximately equal to the average points allowed by the Panthers (22.6).
- Virginia Tech has a 1-1 record this season in games where they score more than 22.6 points.
- The Panthers outscore the Hokies by an average of 33.8 points per game, with the Panthers scoring 52.4 points compared to the Hokies allowing 18.6 points.
- Virginia Tech has won three out of five games this season when their opponents scored less than 52.4 points.
- In 2021, the Panthers defense has allowed an average of 335 yards per game, which is 63.6 yards higher than the 271.4 yards that the Hokies offense has been able to achieve.
- The Hokies have an average of 3.3 yards per carry, ranking 111th in college football, while the Panthers only allow three yards per attempt, placing them 17th in the FBS.
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Hokies Betting Insights
- Out of five games with a predetermined spread, Virginia Tech has successfully covered it twice.
- Virginia Tech has exceeded the total score in only one game this season.
- The Hokies faced the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in their latest match and unfortunately came up short with a final score of 32-29. As 1-point favorites, they were unable to meet the spread.
- The total points scored by both teams amounted to 61, surpassing the over/under line set at 47 points.
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