In an attempt to extend their four-game winning streak, the Virginia Cavaliers (6-2) will face a tough challenge against the No. 25 BYU Cougars (6-2). Despite this, the Cougars hold a slight advantage as favorites with a -2.5 point spread. The anticipated total score for the game has been set at 65 points.
Betting Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BYU | -2.5 | -110 | -110 | 65 | -110 | -110 |
As of October 29, 2021, 12:00 AM ET, the betting insights provided in this article are based on betting data from DraftKings. For the latest betting odds, refer to the table below. To place your bets at DraftKings Sportsbook, CLICK HERE.
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Game Information
- The date for the game is Saturday, October 30, 2021.
- The game is scheduled to start at 10:15 PM ET.
- Location: Provo, Utah
- Stadium: LaVell Edwards Stadium
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Cavaliers Player Insights
- Virginia’s leader, Brennan Armstrong, has showcased his talent by throwing for a total of 3,220 yards this season, averaging an impressive 402.5 yards per game. His accuracy has been remarkable, completing 64.2% of his passes. Additionally, Armstrong has displayed his prowess in the ground game, contributing 177 rushing yards at a rate of 22.1 yards per game. This has been achieved through 70 carries, resulting in five rushing touchdowns. Overall, Armstrong’s performance has been exceptional, with 23 touchdown passes and only six interceptions recorded.
- This year, Wayne Taulapapa, the leading rusher of the team, has accumulated 258 yards by carrying the ball 51 times. He has achieved an average of 36.9 yards per game and has scored two touchdowns.
- Keytaon Thompson has accumulated a total of 193 rushing yards on 26 carries this season, averaging 24.1 yards per game, and has scored three touchdowns. Additionally, he has made 41 receptions for 555 receiving yards, with an average of 69.4 yards per game.
- The team is led by Dontayvion Wicks, who has accumulated an impressive 847 receiving yards at an average of 105.9 yards per game. Wicks has also made 38 receptions and scored eight touchdowns.
- Billy Kemp has caught 58 passes, resulting in a total of 546 yards (averaging 68.3 yards per game), along with five touchdowns.
Cavaliers Team Stats
- This year, the Cavaliers have scored an average of 37.6 points per game, surpassing the Cougars’ defensive efforts by 15.1 points, as they have allowed only 22.5 points per game.
- BYU’s season average of giving up 22.5 points per game results in Virginia boasting a record of 6-1.
- The Cougars score only 0.4 points less per game (26) compared to the number of points the Cavaliers allow (26.4).
- Virginia has a flawless 3-0 record when limiting opponents to less than 26 points.
- Compared to the Cougars, the Cavaliers gain an average of 154.4 yards more per game than they allow (539.9 to 385.5).
- In terms of third-down conversions, the Cougars struggle, allowing their opponents to convert 44.4% of the time, placing them at the 110th position among FBS teams. On the other hand, the Cavaliers excel in this area with a 48.2% conversion rate, ranking them 14th in college football.
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Cavaliers Betting Insights
- This year, Virginia’s record against the spread stands at 5 wins, 2 losses, and no ties.
- When playing as underdogs with a point spread of at least 2.5, the Cavaliers have a 2-1 ATS record.
- Out of seven opportunities, Virginia’s games have surpassed the over twice this year.
- This year, Virginia has achieved a conference record of 4 wins, 2 losses, and 0 ties against the spread.
- In ACC play, the Cavaliers have exceeded expectations as underdogs of at least 2.5 points, covering the spread twice this season (2-1 ATS).
- The Cavaliers secured a 48-40 victory in their previous game against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, exceeding expectations as 6.5-point favorites.
- The total score of both teams was 88 points, surpassing the projected over/under of 65.5 points.
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