Virginia Tech Hokies At Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets: College Football Betting Preview And Odds – October 30, 2021

Written By Staff on October 26, 2021Last Updated on November 7, 2021

The upcoming game between the Virginia Tech Hokies (3-4, 1-2 ACC) and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (3-4, 2-3 ACC) presents an opportunity for the Hokies to break their three-game losing streak. However, the Yellow Jackets are considered the frontrunners, with odds favoring them to win by a margin of at least a field goal but less than a touchdown (-3.5). The projected total points for the game is 55.5.

Betting Odds

Favorite Spread Favorite Spread Odds Underdog Spread Odds Total Over Total Odds Under Total Odds
Georgia Tech -3.5 -110 -110 55.5 -110 -110

As of October 30, 2021, 12:00 AM ET, the betting insights in this article are based on betting data from DraftKings. To view the current betting odds, refer to the table below, and if you wish to place a bet, click here to visit DraftKings Sportsbook.

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Game Information

  • The date for Game Day is Saturday, October 30, 2021.
  • The game is scheduled for 12:00 PM ET.
  • Location: Atlanta, Georgia
  • Stadium: Bobby Dodd Stadium
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Hokies Player Insights

  • Virginia Tech’s Braxton Burmeister has emerged as the team leader in passing yards this season, accumulating an impressive 1,099 yards. With an average of 157 yards per game, Burmeister has completed 84 out of 159 passes, resulting in six touchdowns and only three interceptions. Additionally, he has contributed 170 rushing yards at a rate of 24.3 yards per game, showcasing his versatility on the field. Burmeister has scored two touchdowns through his ground game, further solidifying his impact on Virginia Tech’s offense.
  • So far this year, Raheem Blackshear has been the leading rusher on his team, accumulating a total of 273 yards with an average of 39 yards per game. He achieved this through 62 carries and has scored four touchdowns. Additionally, Blackshear has contributed 175 yards to his team’s offense through 14 catches, averaging 25 yards per game.
  • Malachi Thomas has accumulated a total of 187 rushing yards this season, averaging 62.3 yards per game. He achieved this impressive feat by carrying the ball 30 times and scoring three touchdowns.
  • The team’s leading receiver is Tre Turner, who has accumulated a total of 415 receiving yards throughout the season, averaging 59.3 yards per game. Turner has made 27 receptions and scored one touchdown.
  • This year, Tayvion Robinson has accumulated a total of 255 receiving yards, averaging 36.4 yards per game. Additionally, he has managed to score two touchdowns while catching 23 passes.

Hokies Team Stats

  • The Yellow Jackets have allowed an average of 28.9 points per game, which is 5.2 points more than the Hokies’ average of 23.7 points.
  • This season, Virginia Tech has a record of 1 win and 2 losses when they score more than 28.9 points.
  • The Yellow Jackets are scoring an additional seven points per game (30.1), surpassing the number of points the Hokies allow (23.1) this year.
  • Virginia Tech has achieved a 3-2 record this season by limiting opponents to less than 30.1 points in games.
  • In 2021, the Yellow Jackets defense has surrendered an average of 418.7 yards per game, exceeding the Hokies offense’s average of 288.1 yards by 130.6 yards.
  • The Yellow Jackets have a third-down conversion rate of 44.6% on their opponents’ attempts, placing them 111th in the FBS. Conversely, the Hokies hold a 42.7% third-down conversion rate, ranking 45th in college football.

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Hokies Betting Insights

  • This season, Virginia Tech’s record against the spread stands at 2 wins, 5 losses, and 0 ties.
  • When the Hokies are playing as underdogs with at least a 3.5-point spread, their ATS record stands at 1-1.
  • This year, the total points scored in games featuring Virginia Tech have exceeded the predicted total on two occasions.
  • In conference play this season, Virginia Tech has only managed to cover the spread once in three games.
  • In ACC play this year, the Hokies have only managed to cover the spread as an underdog by 3.5 points or more once, out of two opportunities.
  • The Hokies suffered a loss in their previous match against the Syracuse Orange, with a final score of 41-36. They were unable to meet the expectations as 3.5-point favorites and cover the spread.
  • The bookmakers set the over/under for the matchup at 45.5, and both teams exceeded this mark.

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