Va. Tech vs. Old Dominion Prediction
Virginia Tech is laying less than a touchdown on the road Friday night at Old Dominion but are the Hokies a trustworthy option? Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. ET at S.B.Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, VA.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
155 Virginia Tech Hokies (-5.5) at 156 Old Dominion (+5.5); o/u 47.5
7:00 p.m. ET, Friday, September 2, 2022
S.B. Ballard Stadium, Norfolk, VA
Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Old Dominion Public Betting Information
As of this writing, our CFB Public Betting page shows that 69% of bets are on Virginia Tech. That said, this page is updated frequently so make sure that you click on the link provided so that you’re getting the most updated information.
Virginia Tech Hokies Game Notes
Virginia Tech received a verbal commitment from 2023 three-star ATH Krystian Williams. Williams (6’2″/170) is the second three-star ATH named Williams to join up with the Hokies. Williams has experience at both wide receiver and defensive back, totaling 26 catches for 604 yards and seven scores (that is an insane yards per reception) and also had three picks. Williams also brings that versatility to the track, where he has competed in the 100, 200, high jump, long jump and triple jump, with his long jump in particular being stand out.
Old Dominion Monarchs Game Notes
Old Dominion announced it will be leaving the Conference USA on June 30, a yearly earlier than expected. It is being reported that ODU first approached the C-USA about their intentions to break apart for the 2022 season back in December, with the school stating in a press release that it “has clearly and consistently repeated its intentions to the Conference.” regarding their imminent departure. Even though Old Dominion will be moving to the Sun Belt in 2023, there has been no announcement regarding if ODU will try to move to the SBC a year early. James Madison has already agreed to compete in in the Sun Belt for the upcoming 2022 campaign, which would balance out the potential Monarchs move.
Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Old Dominion Betting Trends
Under is 4-1 in Monarchs last 5 vs. ACC
Under is 6-2 in Monarchs last 8 games overall
Under is 4-0 in Hokies last 4 games in September
Under is 4-1 in Hokies last 5 road games
Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Old Dominion Betting Prediction
The Hokies are just 3-8 against the spread in their last 11 games overall, are 3-9 against the number in their last 12 road games and failed to cover in all four of their previous four non-conference games. On the other side, the Monarchs are 4-0 against the spread in their last four games against the ACC, are 5-1 against the number in their last six non-conference games and covered five of their last six games at home.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL WEEK 1 PREDICTION: OLD DOMINION MONARCHS +5.5