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Virginia Tech vs Old Dominion Prediction and Picks
The Virginia Tech Hokies desperately need a spark after second-half collapses doomed their first two games of the season. On Saturday, they return to Lane Stadium to face the Old Dominion Monarchs, a program that already stunned them once in recent history.
Virginia Tech (0-2) has been outscored 48-3 in the second half of its games against South Carolina and Vanderbilt. The Hokies’ inability to finish has raised questions about fatigue and adjustments. Old Dominion (1-1), meanwhile, rides momentum after routing North Carolina Central 54-6 behind a sharp performance from quarterback Colton Joseph.
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Hokies Need Full Four Quarters
Virginia Tech’s offense has shown flashes under QB Kyron Drones, who accounted for two touchdowns against Vanderbilt. But after halftime, the Hokies’ line broke down, giving up a 321-21 yardage disadvantage in the second half.
Head coach Brent Pry, who enters Saturday with a 16-23 record in four seasons, admitted his team must find answers:
“I didn’t question effort. I did question if the guys were tired.”
Adding pressure, Pry’s first-ever game as Hokies coach was a 20-17 loss to Old Dominion in 2022, marked by five turnovers and 15 penalties.
Old Dominion Rolling Behind Joseph
ODU quarterback Colton Joseph has proven he can beat defenses both ways. In Week 1 against Indiana, he rushed for 179 yards and two scores. Last week, he torched NC Central with 257 passing yards and three touchdowns.
Coach Ricky Rahne knows Virginia Tech is desperate but sees the challenge differently:
“I think it’s more about their talent. You just don’t want to lose. It doesn’t matter what your record is.”
The Monarchs did suffer a setback with linebacker Jason Henderson officially stepping away from football due to injury. Henderson led the nation in tackles per game in both 2022 and 2023.
Team Comparison
Here’s how the teams match up statistically through two weeks:
| Team | Points/Game | Yards/Game | Points Allowed | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Tech Hokies | 12.0 | 248.5 | 25.0 | 4 |
| Old Dominion Monarchs | 30.5 | 394.0 | 16.5 | 2 |
Virginia Tech’s defense has been decent, but the offense’s struggles have overshadowed it. Old Dominion brings balance with a top-50 scoring average.
Quarterback Battle
| QB | Comp/Att | Pass Yards | Pass TDs | Rush Yards | Total TDs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyron Drones (VT) | 27/49 | 241 | 2 | 65 | 3 |
| Colton Joseph (ODU) | 34/52 | 446 | 3 | 204 | 5 |
Joseph’s dual-threat ability could stretch the Hokies’ defense, while Drones must find rhythm against an ODU unit that thrives on pressure.
Betting Lean
According to the college football odds, Virginia Tech is favored at home but far from a sure thing.
- Spread: Virginia Tech -8.5
- Moneyline: Virginia Tech -320 | Old Dominion +260
- Total: 48.5
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