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Virginia Tech vs NC State Betting Preview
The North Carolina State Wolfpack host the Virginia Tech Hokies Saturday night in Raleigh, following a Week 4 stumble by the Wolfpack and a modest rebound by Hokies under new leadership. NC State (3-1, 1-1 ACC) aims to rebound from a 45-33 loss at Duke. Virginia Tech (1-3, 0-0 ACC) earned its lone win last week, 38-6 over Wofford, as first-year interim coach Philip Montgomery begins his tenure.
NC State is currently a –10 favorite, with the total sitting around 57.5.
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Line Movement and Odds
- Opening / Current Spread: opened near –7.5, has moved to –10 in many books
- Total (Over/Under): ~ 57.5
- Moneyline split: NC State heavily favored; VT underdog getting mild support
Public money is firmly backing NC State; sharps have tested higher spreads. The total has drawn interest on the over side, given both teams’ tendencies to generate offense and explosive plays.
NC State’s Hollywood Smothers has been a model of consistency — over 100 rushing yards in three straight games, plus pass-catching involvement. Meanwhile, WR Terrell Anderson has delivered in big moments (166 yards, 2 TDs vs Duke). Virginia Tech’s QB Kyron Drones showed dual-threat ability last week (2 pass TDs, 2 rush TDs).
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Matchup Breakdown
NC State outlook:
The Wolfpack need to protect their home field and minimize sloppy plays. With Smothers carrying and Anderson making plays in space, the offense can lean into mismatch opportunities. Depth and execution will matter late.
Virginia Tech outlook:
VT must ramp its alignment under Montgomery quickly. The defense must disrupt Smothers and Anderson early to slow NC State’s rhythm. Offensively, Drones must avoid turnovers and exploit NC State’s few vulnerabilities in zone coverage.
Key battle:
Whether NC State’s run game can impose itself and keep control of the clock. If VT’s front stops the ground game, Drones must turn the corner — and the Wolfpack’s secondary will be tested.
Injuries and Conditions
NC State Wolfpack
- LB Cian Slone (left Duke game injured): expected to be available
- No other major injuries publicly flagged
Virginia Tech Hokies
- No depth chart released early in the week
- QB Kyron Drones presumed starter (healthy)
Weather: Night conditions in Raleigh are projected to be mild and dry — ideal for offensive rhythm with minimal weather interference.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Pick: NC State –10
Projected final score: NC State 34, Virginia Tech 24
Total lean: Over 57.5
Why it cashes:
- NC State’s offensive consistency and home-field advantage give them control
- Virginia Tech is in transition; mistakes under Montgomery are likely
- The total reflects both sides’ ability to produce chunk plays; expect back-and-forth scoring
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| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Best Bet | NC State –10 |
| Confidence | ★★★★☆ |
| Projected Score | NC State 34, Virginia Tech 24 |
| Total Lean | Over 57.5 |
| Market Split | ~80% bets on NC State, some early over money |
| Spread Preference | Take –10 early; avoid if it jumps too far |
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