The Virginia Tech Hokies (2-2, 1-0 ACC) and the North Carolina Tar Heels (3-1, 0-0) meet Saturday at Kenan Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Virginia Tech vs. North Carolina odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.
The Hokies are coming off a 33-10 setback at home against West Virginia Sept. 22. Virginia Tech has been used to double-digit seasons and challenging for conference titles, not struggling to attain bowl eligibility.
Va. Tech has really struggled on offense, going for just 20.3 PPG to rank 113th in the country, spoiling what has been a strong showing by its defense. The Under is 4-0 in four outings for the Gobblers.
UNC returned to the field after a 2-week break and was manhandled 45-32 at home by Notre Dame last Saturday. It was a disappointing effort on so many fronts, especially the defensive side of the ball. The Tar Heels have allowed 24 or more points in each game this season, yielding 39.5 PPG overall to rank 123rd in the nation.