The Virginia Tech Hokies (2-5, 1-3 ACC) will be trying to snap their four-game losing streak when they face the NC State Wolfpack (5-2, 1-2 ACC on Thursday night. The Hokies are coming off a 20-14 loss to Miami as nine-point underdogs. The Wolfpack are coming off a 24-9 loss to Syracuse as three-point underdogs.
Virginia Tech is 5-1 in six games against NC State.
The Hokies have struggled this season, especially on the road where they have lost their last three games. They will try to put an end to their streak with a win over the Wolfpack, which will give them their third win of the season.
Virginia Tech is averaging 19.4 points per game. They are throwing for 214.6 yards and rushing for 107.3 yards per game.
Grant Wells completed 64 percent of his passes for 179 yards and one touchdown in the loss to Miami. Malachi Thomas had 13 carries for 41 yards. He also led the team with six catches for 43 yards and one touchdown.
Virginia Tech has struggled defensively, giving up 25.1 points per game. They gave up 20 points in their last game and will need a similar effort if they want to win this game.