Match Analysis: Virginia Tech Hokies vs Old Dominion Monarchs – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-13
- Time: 11:00 PM UTC
- Location: Lane Stadium, Blacksburg, Virginia
Game Overview
Virginia Tech Hokies (0-2) host Old Dominion Monarchs (1-1) in a pivotal early-season NCAA football matchup. Virginia Tech seeks a bounce-back win at home after two losses, while Old Dominion arrives off a commanding 54-6 victory.
Key Factors to Consider
- Virginia Tech has struggled offensively and defensively through two losses, including a recent 44-20 defeat to Vanderbilt; Old Dominion demonstrated strong form recently, winning 54-6 and showing balanced offensive production with a solid ground game (243 yards per game). Defensively, Old Dominion allows 16.5 points and 369.5 yards per game, outperforming Virginia Techβs defensive inconsistencies.
- The teams have limited recent head-to-head history given Old Dominionβs recent FBS ascension. Virginia Tech has slight historical edge but current form favors Old Dominionβs momentum.
- No major injuries reported impacting starting lineups for either side, allowing teams to field largely optimal rosters.
- Game at Lane Stadium provides home-field advantage to Virginia Tech; however, motivational factor may favor Old Dominion given Virginia Techβs early-season struggles and pressure to avoid 0-3 start for the first time since 1987.
- Virginia Tech has strong motivation to win to stabilize their season and keep bowl eligibility hopes alive; Old Dominion motivated to continue impressive showing and build on recent dominant wins.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Virginia Tech: -290, Old Dominion: +235 | Virginia Tech | β β β ββ 68% |
Spread | Virginia Tech -7: -112, Old Dominion +7: -108 | Virginia Tech -7 | β β β ββ 60% |
Over/under | Over 51.5: -102, Under 51.5: -118 | Under 51.5 | β β β ββ 62% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | Virginia Tech Hokies -11% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 51.5 7% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 51.5 at 7% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 8.4% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Virginia Tech Moneyline
Predicted Score: Virginia Tech 27, Old Dominion 17