In the upcoming clash between two conference rivals, the Louisville Cardinals (3-2, 1-1 ACC) are slightly favored (-2.5) against the Virginia Cavaliers (3-2, 1-2 ACC). The anticipated total points for the game is set at 69.5.
Betting Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | -2.5 | -115 | -105 | 69.5 | -105 | -115 |
The betting information provided in this article is based on betting data from DraftKings as of October 9, 2021, 12:00 AM ET. To view the current betting odds, refer to the table below. If you wish to place a bet, click on the link provided to access DraftKings Sportsbook.
Virginia State Law prohibits betting on Virginia college teams and college games held within the state’s borders.
Game Information
- The scheduled game day is Saturday, October 9, 2021.
- The game is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Location: Louisville, Kentucky
- Stadium: Cardinal Stadium
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Cavaliers Player Insights
- Brennan Armstrong has been the driving force behind Virginia’s offense this season, accumulating an impressive 1,973 passing yards at an average of 394.6 yards per game. He has completed 145 out of 224 passes, resulting in 14 touchdowns and only four interceptions. In addition to his passing prowess, Armstrong has contributed 67 rushing yards, averaging 13.4 yards per game, through 44 carries. He has also scored two touchdowns on the ground, displaying his versatility and ability to impact the game in multiple ways.
- This year, Wayne Taulapapa, the leading rusher of the team, has accumulated 143 yards by carrying the ball 28 times, averaging 35.8 yards per game. Additionally, he has scored two touchdowns.
- Keytaon Thompson has accumulated 287 receiving yards this season, averaging 57.4 yards per game on 20 catches. Additionally, he has gained 125 rushing yards, averaging 25 yards per game on 14 attempts, and has scored one touchdown.
- Leading all receivers on the team, Dontayvion Wicks has amassed an impressive 535 receiving yards at an average of 107 yards per game. Additionally, he has made 24 receptions and scored five touchdowns.
- This year, Billy Kemp has accumulated a total of 362 receiving yards, averaging 72.4 yards per game. He has also caught 34 passes and scored three touchdowns.
Cavaliers Team Stats
- This year, the Cavaliers have scored an average of 6.0 more points (34.2) compared to the Cardinals’ average points allowed (28.2).
- Virginia has a 3-1 record in games where it scores more than 28.2 points this year.
- The Cardinals are outscoring the Cavaliers by 4.6 points per game this season, with an average of 32.2 points scored compared to the Cavaliers’ average of 27.6 points conceded.
- Virginia has a perfect 3-0 record when opponents score less than 32.2 points.
- This year, the Cardinals defense has allowed an average of 434.8 yards per game, which is 91.8 yards less than the average of 526.6 yards gained by the Cavaliers offense.
- The Cavaliers excel in their passing game, averaging an impressive 398 yards per game, securing the second position in the FBS rankings. In contrast, the Cardinals’ defense struggles, allowing a concerning average of 261.2 passing yards per game, ranking them at a disappointing 112th position in college football.
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Cavaliers Betting Insights
- This season, Virginia has successfully covered the spread in two out of their four games (2-2-0).
- The Cavaliers’ ATS record stands at 1-1 when they have played as underdogs of 2.5 points or more in games.
- Out of four opportunities, Virginia’s games have only surpassed the over once this year.
- This season, Virginia’s conference game record against the spread is 1 win, 2 losses.
- In ACC play this season, the Cavaliers have faced odds of being an underdog by 2.5 points or more on two occasions. Out of those two games, they managed to cover the spread in one.
- Last time, the Cavaliers triumphed over the Miami Hurricanes with a 30-28 victory, defying the odds as 3.5-point underdogs.
- The teams collectively scored 63.5 points and fell short of the expected total.
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