Old Dominion Monarchs (3-9 Last Season) vs. Virginia Tech Hokies (3-8 Last season)
Old Dominion Monarchs vs. Virginia Tech Hokies 9/2/23 – Old Dominion Monarchs and Virginia Tech Hokies will soon come face to face, providing college football fans with much anticipation for this clash on September 2, 2023, at 8:00 PM ET at Lane Stadium/Worsham Field – providing fans with a historic yet electrifying setting for this exciting contest. As fans prepare for this showdown, let’s delve into both teams, including player performances, recent trends, odds projections, and odds projections to provide accurate predictions.
The Old Dominion Monarchs are gearing up to prove their mettle on the gridiron. Central to their offensive strategy is quarterback Brendon Clark. While his most recent outing saw him accumulate 37 passing yards, it’s essential to recognize his role extends beyond statistics. Clark’s leadership, decision-making, and ability to execute crucial plays are critical components of the Monarchs’ offensive game plan. Complementing the aerial attack is the rushing prowess of Keshawn Wicks. With 125 rushing yards under his belt and an average of 3.9 yards per carry, Wicks contributes to sustaining drives and controlling the tempo. In the receiving corps, Javon Harvey emerges as a formidable threat. His 558 receiving yards and an impressive average of 18.6 yards per reception indicate his potential to make game-changing plays down the field.
Virginia Tech Hokies’ Offensive Prowess Led by Grant Wells, Jalen Holston, and Kaleb Smith
The Virginia Tech Hokies are stepping onto the field with determination and the drive to showcase their prowess. At the helm of their offensive operations is quarterback Grant Wells. With a remarkable 2,171 passing yards and a completion rate of 59%, Wells has proven himself adept at threading the needle and connecting with his targets. His ability to dissect defenses and make accurate throws positions him as a significant asset to the Hokies’ offensive strategy. In the running game, Jalen Holston assumes a crucial role.
Accumulating 321 rushing yards at an average of 3.6 yards per carry, Holston provides a ground presence that can keep defenses off balance. A wide receiver, Kaleb Smith, has emerged as a dependable target for Wells. His 674 receiving yards and an impressive average of 18.2 yards per catch illustrate his ability to stretch the field and create opportunities in the passing game. For more insights and predictions, check out free College football game picks.
Old Dominion Monarchs vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Game Info
| When: | Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Lane Stadium/Worsham Field |
| TV: | ACCN |
| Stream: | SofaScore |
Brendon Clark QB and Grant Wells QB
Brendon Clark recently had an impressive 37 passing yards performance for the Monarchs, but viewing his role purely through this statistic would be unfair to his role as Monarch’s quarterback. Clark has more to offer than yardage; his contributions as Monarchs QB include leadership, decision-making under pressure, and managing an effective offensive tempo.
Grant Wells, quarterback for Virginia Tech Hokies and winner of two national championships as a quarterback, has been the driving force behind their passing game. Amassing 2,171 passing yards and an astounding 59% completion rate, Wells has consistently shown his ability to dissect defenses while throwing accurate passes – his skill set being a key component in their offensive game plan.
Odds/Point Spread: Virginia Tech Hokies -660, Total Odds: 41
Utilizing insights gleaned from player performances, trends, and odds analysis, our predictions for this captivating matchup are as follows:
Due to their overall performance, Virginia Tech Hokies are our pick for an upset victory. Due to their defensive capabilities, we lean towards picking Virginia Tech Hokies (-16). Given both teams are hoping for victory, our pick for Total Points Scored would be Under 47.5.
Old Dominion Monarchs Betting Trends
Old Dominion Monarchs have endured an uphill journey this season. Although they are against the spread performance has been inconsistent (3-6 in their last 9 games), evidence of competitiveness can be seen through 5 of 6 under total games played during that span – showing they possess enough grit and resilience to keep contests tight even under duress.
Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Trends
Virginia Tech Hokies have experienced many difficulties this season, as evidenced by their ATS record (4-8 in their last 12 games). Yet their trend of engaging in lower-scoring contests (under 8 of 11) points toward their strategic approach. Their emphasis on defensive efficiency and controlled gameplay could prove vital components in an upcoming matchup.
Old Dominion Monarchs vs. Virginia Tech Hokies 9/2/23 Betting Picks
Based on a comprehensive examination of trends, performances, and odds analysis, Virginia Tech Hokies emerge as clear favorites to win this match-up. Projected scores point towards Virginia Tech victory – Old Dominion 13 to Virginia Tech 28 being projected. Virginia Tech’s advantage in team performance and odds positions them as likely victors, but sports is unpredictable enough that any showdown promises engaging football action to fans of both teams. For more insights and predictions, check out free sports picks.
Free Pick and Prediction: Virginia Tech Hokies will win 28-13