- Matchup: Old Dominion Monarchs vs Virginia Tech Hokies
- Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
- Venue: Lane Stadium, Blacksburg, VA
- Broadcast: ESPN/ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Hokies favored by 7.5 points
- Total Points (Over/Under): 51
The Old Dominion Monarchs (1-1) are set to visit Lane Stadium on Saturday, September 13, 2025, to face off against the Virginia Tech Hokies (0-2). Old Dominion enters the matchup as underdogs, with a spread of 7.5 points. The projected total for the game is set at 51 points.
So far this season, the Old Dominion Monarchs boast a record of 1-1. In their most recent game, they triumphed over the North Carolina Central Eagles with an impressive 54-6 victory. The Monarchs executed 63 offensive plays, amassing a total of 544 yards. On the ground, they carried the ball 34 times for 267 yards, averaging 7.9 yards per carry. Defensively, Old Dominion allowed 136 rushing yards on 38 attempts, which is an average of 3.6 yards per carry. Their opponents completed 13 out of 27 pass attempts for a total of 101 yards, achieving a completion rate of 48.1%.
The Monarchs have accumulated a total of 858 yards this season. In terms of scoring, they have registered 3 passing touchdowns and 6 rushing touchdowns while losing possession 4 times. As a team, they have achieved 35 first downs and have been penalized 15 times for a total of 144 yards. Old Dominion boasts an average of 242.5 rushing yards per game, placing them 22nd nationally. They are scoring at a rate of 34.0 points per game.
In terms of passing defense, the Monarchs have conceded 294 passing yards, ranking them 36th in the nation. They’ve allowed an average of 147.0 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 52.5%. Overall, Old Dominion is allowing 369.5 yards per game, ranking 95th in Division 1. They have surrendered 2 rushing touchdowns and are allowing an average of 4.7 yards per carry, adding up to 222.5 rushing yards per game. In total, they have given up 445 rushing yards across 2 games, ranking 57th nationally in points allowed, limiting opponents to 16.5 points per game.
The Hokies are entering this game with an 0-2 record. In their last outing, Virginia Tech suffered a defeat, losing 44-20 to the Vanderbilt Commodores. During that game, Virginia Tech allowed 37 rushing attempts for 262 yards, averaging 7.1 yards per carry. The Hokies’ secondary recorded a completion rate of 70.0%, yielding 228 yards on 14 of 20 passing attempts. Overall, Virginia Tech managed only 248 yards on 60 offensive plays, averaging 4.1 yards per play. They ran the ball for an average of 3.7 yards per carry, finishing with 114 rushing yards on 31 attempts.
When it comes to scoring, the Hokies are ranked 120th in Division 1, averaging only 15.5 points per game. Offensively, they are generating 292.0 yards per contest, placing them 116th in Division 1. So far, Virginia Tech has incurred 70 yards in penalties due to 7 infractions, ranking 121st nationally. They’ve managed to earn 35 first downs this season, accumulating 355 passing yards with an average of 177.5 yards through the air per game, which is 103rd in the country. The Hokies have also recorded an average of 114.5 rushing yards per game, totaling 229 rushing yards this season.
On the defensive side, Virginia Tech has allowed a total of 381 rushing yards (190.5 yards per game) and 4 rushing touchdowns. They’ve also given up 4 passing touchdowns, allowing an average of 218.5 passing yards per game, ranking them 87th nationally. With 1 fumble recovery and 1 interception so far, the Hokies’ defense has participated in 113 plays, which is good for 28th place in college football. They are allowing an alarming 34.0 points per game, ranking 118th nationally.
Who will come out on top in this exciting College Football matchup between the Monarchs and Hokies?
My Prediction: Go with the Monarchs +7.5
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