Virginia Tech had yesterday off, but is preparing for Thursday night’s showdown with 4-2 Boston College, who also had yesterday off. The last time we saw both teams, Virginia Tech was beating Stanford 31-7 on the road, but Boston College was building a late lead against Virginia. Virginia Tech has won its last two games against its former Big East opponent, but Thursday could present a challenge.
In terms of opening betting odds, Virginia Tech starts as a 7.0 point favorite against the Eagles at FanDuel Sportsbook, with the total set at 48.5.
The Hokies are just 3-3, but they’re still not out of the ACC race and need to get going from this point on. It may be unlikely, but it’s not impossible.
It’s clear that the biggest game remaining on the Hokies’ schedule is a home game against Clemson, but what will be the biggest trap game remaining on Virginia Tech’s schedule?
I think there are two options for this. That could be either a home game against Georgia Tech on Oct. 26 or a trip to Syracuse on Nov. 2, a week before the Hokies play at home against Clemson.
Let’s talk about both.
Georgia Tech hasn’t gotten much attention this season, but they’re currently 5-2 and have an explosive offense to go along with their improved defense. Quarterback Haynes King has been one of the most talented players in the ACC this season, throwing eight touchdowns and just one interception. He has two of the most dynamic receivers in the conference in Malik Rutherford and Eric Singleton Jr., and his defense is improving. Although this game is home, it could be a game Virginia Tech misses.
The same can be said for next week’s game against Syracuse. Syracuse can be a tough place to play, and the Orange have an explosive passing attack with Kyle McCord, Orondo Gadsen, and Trebor Pena. If Virginia Tech beats Boston College and Georgia Tech right after the bye week, would they miss out on Syracuse before the huge ACC showdown with Clemson? That’s a possibility, but Virginia Tech can’t afford to take either opponent lightly.
