This week’s ACC game between the Virginia Tech Hokies and the Miami Hurricanes will take place at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Virginia. Miami enters this week one game below .500 and is riding a three-game losing streak following a three-point setback to North Carolina at home.
Miami controlled the game offensively, scoring 24 points on 538 total yards of offense, including 496 via the air, but only five third downs were converted, and they lost the ball twice as a result.
Miami Hurricanes vs. Virginia Tech Hokies
Matchup Info
- Game: Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Miami Hurricanes
- Date & Time: Saturday October 15, 2022, 12:30 PM (EDT)
- Location: Lane Stadium Lane Stadium, Blacksburg, VA, USA
Miami Hurricanes Performance Recap and Analysis
Miami lost its previous match against the UNC Tar Heels at home, 27-24. UNC led 14-0 after the first quarter, but Miami rallied to cut the margin to 21-17 at the break. On the night, Tyler Van Dyke completed 42 of his 57 passes for 496 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception.
Three different receivers each caught a touchdown pass, while the Hurricanes’ ground game averaged an ugly 1.8 yards on 24 carries, according to Miami Football Team stats.
Defensively, Miami forced two UNC interceptions but gave up 470 total yards of offense. The defense has been one of the biggest letdowns in the ACC, as they rank second to last in passing yards allowed and defensive efficiency.
Miami is averaging 32.8 points and 466.6 yards per game through five games, with 315.4 coming in the air and 151.2 coming on the ground. The Hurricanes’ defense allows an average of 21.8 points, 362.8 yards, 262.6 passing yards, and 100.2 rushing yards per game.
Key Injuries
Tight end Elijah Arroyo (out), Offensive tackle Zion Nelson (out), Center Jakai Clark, and guard Justice Oluwaseun are both questionable.
Betting Trends to Know
Miami Hurricane’s record this year against the spread is 1-4-0. Miami has a 1-2 ATS record when playing as favorites of 7 points or more. Miami games this season have twice gone over.
The Hurricanes had a 1-2 record (winning 33.3% of their games) when they were the moneyline favorites. Just two games this season have seen the Hurricanes as a moneyline favorite of -278 or less, and those two games ended in a 1-1 tie.
Virginia Tech Hokies Performance Recap and Analysis
The Virginia Tech Hokies are now two games under .500 and on a three-game losing run following a 16-point road setback to Pittsburgh. In their loss to Pitt, Virginia Tech’s defense faltered as the Panthers amassed over 500 yards of offense and 45 points.
In terms of total offense, Virginia Tech moved the ball well, accumulating 400 yards, but two turnovers contributed to the defeat. Grant Wells completed 25 of 47 passes for 277 yards and one touchdown.
Malachi Thomas of Virginia Tech topped all ball runners with 84 yards and one touchdown on 15 carries. Keshawn King contributed 26 yards and one touchdown on five touches. This has been a huge component in the Virginia football standings.
Key Injuries
N/A
Betting Trends to Know
Over their last six games, the Virginia Tech Hokies have covered the spread just once in 2022. When playing as a 7-point underdog or more, Virginia Tech is 0-6 against the spread (0-2).
This year, one game involving Virginia Tech has gone over. The Hokies were considered underdogs in three games this season, but they lost all three of those games. When the Hokies are starting a game as underdogs by +219 or more on the moneyline, they are 0-2 this season.
Miami Hurricanes vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Odds
When it comes to Miami vs. Virginia Tech betting, Miami is the betting favorite in this ACC contest, with the spread set at 7 points. On the moneyline, Miami is given odds of -280 to win, while Virginia Tech is given odds of +225 to win. The final score for the contest is 46.5 points.
Miami Hurricanes vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Picks
Moneyline
Miami now leads the overall series 24-15 after winning two straight games against the Hokies. I get the argument for Virginia Tech since Miami has had its own problems lately, and Blacksburg can be a difficult location for rival teams to play.
With an ineffective Virginia Tech offense and a defense that has given up over 1000 yards in their last two games combined, I believe Miami takes this one easily. (Miami ML -280)
Point Total
Both of these defenses have been horrendous. Miami is the second worst in the ACC when it comes to defending the pass, while the Hokies have conceded over 40 points in back-to-back games.
This should be another high-scoring affair, and I think these teams could potentially cover this number in the first half. (Over 46.5)
Spread
The Hokies have been defeated by scores of three or more against WVU and UNC and fell by 16 to Pittsburgh just a few weeks ago. VT has been exposed defensively during the last two games, while Miami has moved the ball very well.
I think this is a great spot for Miami to jump back in and prove they belong with a huge road victory. (Miami -7 -110)
Miami Hurricanes vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Score Prediction
When it comes to Miami vs. Virginia Tech betting, both teams enter this week in desperate need of a win. Miami is the superior overall club with better coaching and better talent and will eventually get beyond this hurdle.
Look for Miami to snap their recent losing streak as they easily defeat a weak Virginia Tech squad to get a much-needed victory. Our Miami vs. Virginia Tech betting prediction is that this week, the Miami Hurricanes will win and cover the spread by a score of 38-17.
NCAAF Pick: Miami -7 (-110)
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