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Virginia Tech Hokies vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: September 16, 2023 at 3:30 PM ET

Venue: SHI Stadium — Piscataway, NJ

Article updated Sep 10, 6:36 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Scarlet Knights are 4-8 overall and 2-4 at home last season while the Virginia Tech Hokies are 3-8 overall and 1-5 on the road in 2022. Both teams have over/under win

Game outlook

The Scarlet Knights are 4-8 overall and 2-4 at home last season while the Virginia Tech Hokies are 3-8 overall and 1-5 on the road in 2022. Both teams have over/under win totals of 4/5.5 respectively and will play Saturday at SHI Stadium at 3:30pm ET. Rutgers has several playersquestionable with undisclosed injuries, including running back and wide receivers and , while Virginia Tech has two players out for the game with foot and knee injuries and their starting quarterback is questionable with an ankle injury.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 9/16/2023 @ 3:30pm EST

Where: SHI Stadium Stadium Hokies vs Scarlet Knights Betting Odds Moneyline: Hokies +210 | Scarlet Knights -250

Spread: Hokies +6.5 (-110) | Scarlet Knights -6.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 39.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Rutgers will win straight-up is 71%.

Virginia Tech Hokies

• Virginia Tech suffered a seven point loss in a game that experienced an intense six hour weather delay • Poor ground game production (2.5 yards per carry against ODU, and 22 carries for just 11 yards against Purdue) • Passing game ineffective (16 of 33 for two TDs and two interceptions, plus one pass for 8 yards by Kyron Drones) • Poor defensive effort (Allowed 427 total yards of offense to Purdue, surrendering over 200 rushing yards to ODU) • Experience and talent on defense, but expectations not met yet (Not many sacks recorded last year, DBs not getting hands on ball often enough) • Virginia Tech power ranked 111 with 54 offense, 62 defense and 1-1 record (1-1 ATS) this season

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Rutgers Scarlet Knights Analysis

• Rutgers need only two conference wins to achieve bowl eligibility with four wins before October • Rutgers defense has allowed 14 total points and 349 yards • Rutgers pass defense has picked off 4 balls in two games • Rutgers offense has been led by junior quarterback Gavin Wimsatt, completing 54.0 % of his passes • Rutgers power ranking is 125, #87 for offense (24.00 points/game) and #25 for defense (7.00 points/game) • Rutgers 2-0 (2-0 ATS) while Virginia Tech 0-3 (2-1 ATS) in their last 3 matchups

Scarlet Knights vs. Hokies: Can the Former's Defense Stop the Latter's Offense?

The Scarlet Knights' defense will present a formidable challenge for the Hokies, especially with Wells under center. If he cannot go, the offense may be predetermined, as Drones is a mobile QB but lacks experience as a passer. Virginia Tech has struggled to run the ball this season, as evidenced by their 3.1 yards per carry average last year. The Scarlet Knights have limited their opponents' rushes to an average of only 2.5 yards per carry in the first two games, and their secondary has held a solid coverage. Rutgers is likely to continue to rush the ball, which could make it difficult for the Hokies defence as they surrendered over 200 rushing yards to Old Dominion recently. Kyle Monangai (214 yards on 42 carries) and Samuel Brown (347 yards on 86 carries in 2022) will be a tough hurdle for VT’s defense. Wimsatt will have to act as the game-manager, making the most of the play-action opportunities. The Scarlet Knights may exceed a seven-point victory if they are competing at home.

Written by Gsimms Published on 09/13/2023 Category: NCAAF Picks

About the Author: I use a private handicapping system that I've created and adjusted over the last 20 years. My betting philosophy is discipline and bankroll management.

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SportsJaw Hokies vs Scarlet Knights archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Hokies vs Scarlet Knights matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Virginia Tech Hokies+155 → +210Moved
  • Moneyline · Rutgers Scarlet Knights-195 → -250Moved
  • Spread · Virginia Tech Hokies+3.75 (-110) → +6.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Rutgers Scarlet Knights-3.75 (-110) → -6.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over39.5 (-110) → 37 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under39.5 (-110) → 37 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Virginia Tech Hokies
1-1 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
2-0 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-09-10T22:36:16.534Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Scarlet Knights are 4-8 overall and 2-4 at home last season while the Virginia Tech Hokies are 3-8 overall and 1-5 on the road in 2022. Both teams have over/under win totals of 4/5.5 respectively and will play Saturday at SHI Stadium at 3:30pm ET. Rutgers has several playersquestionable with undisclosed injuries, including running back and wide receivers and , while Virginia Tech has two players out for the game with foot and knee injuries and their starting quarterback is questionable with an ankle injury.

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Rutgers Scarlet Knights defeated Virginia Tech Hokies 35-16

Rutgers Scarlet Knights defeated Virginia Tech Hokies 35-16 on September 16, 2023, a 19-point decision in the series. Rutgers Scarlet Knights' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 14-3. Against SportsJaw's recorded Virginia Tech Hokies +6.5 (-110) spread, Rutgers Scarlet Knights covered, while the 51 combined points finished over the recorded total of 37.

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Tipster picks

  • CoversSpread · Rutgers Scarlet Knights -6.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 37 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · Virginia Tech Hokies +6.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Under 38 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Virginia Tech Hokies +6.5 (-110)Loss